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Why do we stop listening to new music as we get older?

Hello all,

Sometimes I find myself wondering why there is so little newer music in my library. Now, before you start in with rants about "New music is terrible!", I found this rather interesting article on the topic. (SFW)

 

With the maturing of streaming as a music delivery platform, and the ease of being able to surf new artists and music, it might be time to break my old listening habits and find some newer artists.

Happy listening. 

 

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mike_in_nc
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Hey @musicfan2349 

If you are "worshipping at the church of St. Miles, Art Blakey, John Coltrane, etc. " that is great. It's old music that is new to you.

I hope you also look into some of the newer jazz artists --  you know, the ones who are still alive and making music now. Appreciating some of that music may involve actively keeping an open mind (and ears) but I hope you will find it worthwhile.

A few, and not necessarily better than others:

  • Tyshwan Sorey
  • Jack DeJohnette (still playing at 80)
  • James Brandon Lewis
  • Matthew Shipp
  • Jane Ira Bloom

It is definitely an effort to learn what's new and find what can excite one, as well as to open one's ears to the unaccustomed, as we get old(er). For this music lover, it's well worth it.

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