I was referring to "new to me" music above and most of what I pick up used is not popular music, other than the Cowboy Junkies and Henri Mancini (he's popular isn't he?). I would not be as successful (I think) picking up popular music used as I have a 15 year void in my musical knowledge. I recently hooked up our mini system to the computer and intend on downloading sampling software (don't think it's Napster), the one offered at BMG, etc., for around $35.00. This will allow us to select new popular music without much of a gamble. To my surprise my wife just ordered 7 CD's from BMG at 70% off. I will see what they are when they arrive. Right now I am searching for some old stuff from the 70's like the Bruce Roberts album with the car song and also CD's if they exist of local talent from the 70's and 80's like Billy Vera and the Beaters and Jack Mack and the Heart Attacks. If Rhino Records is still in existence, I will also check with them for other stuff.
MISSING THE POINT?
Driven to distraction by the petty nonsense on some other threads I've decided to ask a pertinent question. Do Audiogon members check out new music? I guess everybody's interested in new technology and improved products/tweaks whatever... But how much time do you spend experimenting in what you listen to? Do you check out latest releases or are you happy exploring music you've found and loved? I see quite "conservative" tastes on music-which is fine I like a lot of classic rock,jazz,folk,soul from all era's but I do search out newer genres and releases. I'm also prepared to buy stuff from any era that appears quality or at least interesting. Not meaning to generalise but is the average audiophile less open-minded about new music or challenging their tastes? .I wonder on average how many releases from this year you've all bought. I'd be interested to hear...discuss Ben
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