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how am I gonna break through the algorithm if I use the algorithm every week?
Well, I don’t use it every week, but I definitely click on it if I feel like I want more music.
I’ve been focusing on developing a spiderweb of artists based on who my current artists are putting in their own playlists, or posting on Instagram.
Workshopping!!!
Feb 28, 2024
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my spotify got so bad and repetitive i had to start seeking out opportunities of discovery (listening to my discover weekly, new release genre playlists on friday)
once you find a song you like start digging into that artist and similar artists on their page and just starting saving, following, and building a discovery playlist
eventually your daylist and other for you playlists will start picking up the new vibe you just have to put in the work
Jan 25, 2025
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one of the few good things left about spotify. it’s helped me discover so much great music, a lot of which have become very influential for me. and of course there will be some awful songs on there but the more consistent you are with it, the better overall quality you seem to get weekly.
Apr 6, 2025
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These aren't curated playlists, they're just a collection of any new songs I discover and really like, or old songs I re-fall in love with. I then give each playlist a name that references how I feel or an event that happened that month. I was in a similar place to you a couple of years ago, but I've found doing this really helps me track my tastes and experiences every month, which I find is quite helpful in our streaming-dominated musicscape.
When I used to actually download songs, it was easy to scroll through my library and be reminded of artists I'd forgotten about or had only listened to a couple of times. I've found that with streaming its really easy to lose track of who you listen to and enjoy, so it really flattens everything and causes you to either rely on the algorithm or your go-to past artists.
As far as discovering new artists goes, there are still a few reliable sites and publications that review new albums (paste, gorilla vs. bear, pitchfork (sort of), etc.). I also like following or signing up for email newsletters (gasp!) from specific indie record labels that I enjoy. If you like several artists on the label, then chances are you'll like more, and they always notify you when something new is being released. Same goes for local venues. Check out the small stage acts coming through or various openers, even if you don't actually make it to the show. This is also a great way to get plugged into the local scene and it keeps you young, sort of.
Feb 29, 2024
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Shoot! Sorry I missed your call, I’m in moon mode.
Apr 20, 2024
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If you’re within an hour walk from home, you should just walk home.
I understand taking public transit or an Uber there to be on time, but you’re not rushing to get home. Thus, walk.
Feb 5, 2024
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be out with the old and in with the new!!
you do not need to follow someone you met once 7-10 years ago.
Feb 10, 2024