there may come a time in your life when you want to make a mix more special than the standard, introductory mix. this short tutorial, my friends, will help you in planning the next step in your role as a mixmaster.
introduction II
this type of mix is used as a follow-up to your first introductory mix after receiving feedback on the mix. if someone likes a particular song or artist, this is your chance to introduce them to other songs by their favorite artists from the mix, as well as putting other songs that may be in the same vein as the recipient's favorites. it is wise to follow the same rules as the introductory mix, though you may repeat artists from mix to mix, which is very important to know. how else will you truly convince someone of the genius of your favorite musicians?
themed mixes
ahhh....the theme mix is a popular choice of mix. there are many types of themes that one can incorporate while making the perfect mix, and the only rule of thumb is to make sure that all songs fit your particular theme, in whatever way you like.
ideas for themes:
holiday songs (not typical holiday songs, but songs that mention holidays in them)
long songs (songs over 7 minutes, for example - not a mix for the weak)
geography songs (songs that mention geographical landmarks)
birthday songs (songs with mentions of birthdays, for that special birthday friend in your life)
love songs (chansons d'amour!)
mood mix (mix of songs that fit a mood)
this is a chance to really analyze your own music collection in order to best represent your chosen theme as a form of mix, and to expand your own horizons and be creative in the art of mixing.
mixes as a means of communication
sometimes, it is hard to find the words to express your feelings, be they happiness, anger, love... musicians have a way of doing that just perfectly, which is why we (i) love them. mixes may be used to tell someone something. do you secretly hate your best friend? why not put i never want to see you again by quasi on a mix cd for them? do you have the biggest crush on someone? try la la love you by the pixies.
speaking from experience, this is definitely a way to convey meaning to someone. i traded mix tapes with my ex for a long time and they gradually became more and more not so secretly a means of saying, "hey, i really like you lots and lots and could possibly love you at some point". trust me - if you pick the right songs, it totally works.
above all, as with all modes of the mix, have fun. be creative. go a little crazy. you can't go wrong with a mix, unless you just have absolutely no sense of what good music is (bright eyes). put yourself out there and mix it up.
future volumes to follow.
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