What’s playing on your turntable…. Does anyone care?


When l was in a previous discussion l questioned the value myself if l would want to tell anyone what l was listening to. I have always wondered why do some posters feel compelled on a regular basis to tell others what’s playing on their turntable?

What makes someone want to do that? Personally l fail to see the point. So l have posted this question to others to test if there’s any curiosity value in it. What would an analyst make if it all. Is it a form of attention seeking?

 

mylogic

I personally think it's self-centered and irrelevant what other peoples are spinning, assuming that they unprompted shares it.

I just don't care.

 

However, if someone asks "Can you recommend 10 great jazz records for someone who wants to get into jazz?" that is a completely different situation and I think valuable and interesting.

I appreciate the sharing.  Music is an exploration for me.  Just last night I had a listen to a Nils Frahm album someone posted up.  I can’t begin to count the number of times I have done this.  

@bimmerlover  “….unprompted shares…”

Good to stand back and have a look. All is not always as first thought. Even better for a second, closer one. Your appraisal looks sound judgement.✔️

 

@jpwarren58  “John Prine”

l never realised until today that John Denver’s “Paradise” was a cover version. A case of being aware of a song, but not its origin.

l am 71 to answer your question.

Why do people feel compelled to make negative posts about what other people enjoy?  The fact that the thread has been running for over 20 years on this forum should tell you all you need to know.

I definitely care. I find it a great source of new (to me) music. Yes I am into the equipment part of this hobby just like everyone else. But the real reason I spent all that money is for the music.