Tuesday, June 29, 2004
We're More Than One
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2004.06.29 23:54 KST (EST + 13 hrs): Suwon, Republic of Korea
I like to hear music. I can admit it. And I'm o.k. with it. Really. There's something private and personal about hearing music. It can make you feel empowered and special or intelligent and part of a larger community of hearers of music. I've even heard people admit that it makes them more creative or personable or outgoing. Me, I'm always up for a good hear either way. Sometimes, I'll even steal a quick hear right before bed or a meal -- to make it that much better.
Once in a while, it's great to find out there's something new out. I love rushing out for a new purchase so I can give it a spin -- purely for the comparative and analytical value, that is. It's great to come home, unrap the plastic or untie the wrap, bust it out and toss it in the little red machine. With my speakers alit, the rest is history. Or bliss, depending on what intake you prefer.
Now I've been told (falsely, I suspect) that hearing music can get in the way of what you should really be doing: like being productive, going to work, phoning your friends or feeding your pets. This may or may not be true, but sometimes you start kicking it and before you know it, you've watched The Wizard of Oz, and PeeWee Herman's Big Adventure on mute at least twice each. And it's really not your fault: it was the music.
Mind you, you should occasionally mix things up: reading a book or cleaning the apartment while under the influence of hearing music are options, but be warned, excess physical activity can get in the way of a potentially excellent musical buzz. And after all, priorities are priorities. Yes, there's really nothing quite as satisfying as finishing a hard day of hunting through your stash, ordering a pizza and spinning up the volume to soothe away the pain and while away the evening.
If you're still not convinced, remember that in the end, in this world full of bad, mad and sad people, it's comforting to know that we can all kick back, hit the stacks and listen to the eight-track, without the bother or bore of life's little nuances (like laundry and bills) getting in the way.
So like me, I hope you have the wonderful opportunity to experience the wonders of hearing music sometime in your very near future. After all, I always recommend a good twist.
From here to there,
S*
Fave current track(s): "Cherry Chapstick" - Yo La Tengo, "Since I Left You (title track)" - The Avalanches
Current read(s) in progress: "Mensa Genius Puzzle Book" - Mensa, "Mojo" magazine
2004.06.29 23:54 KST (EST + 13 hrs): Suwon, Republic of Korea
I like to hear music. I can admit it. And I'm o.k. with it. Really. There's something private and personal about hearing music. It can make you feel empowered and special or intelligent and part of a larger community of hearers of music. I've even heard people admit that it makes them more creative or personable or outgoing. Me, I'm always up for a good hear either way. Sometimes, I'll even steal a quick hear right before bed or a meal -- to make it that much better.
Once in a while, it's great to find out there's something new out. I love rushing out for a new purchase so I can give it a spin -- purely for the comparative and analytical value, that is. It's great to come home, unrap the plastic or untie the wrap, bust it out and toss it in the little red machine. With my speakers alit, the rest is history. Or bliss, depending on what intake you prefer.
Now I've been told (falsely, I suspect) that hearing music can get in the way of what you should really be doing: like being productive, going to work, phoning your friends or feeding your pets. This may or may not be true, but sometimes you start kicking it and before you know it, you've watched The Wizard of Oz, and PeeWee Herman's Big Adventure on mute at least twice each. And it's really not your fault: it was the music.
Mind you, you should occasionally mix things up: reading a book or cleaning the apartment while under the influence of hearing music are options, but be warned, excess physical activity can get in the way of a potentially excellent musical buzz. And after all, priorities are priorities. Yes, there's really nothing quite as satisfying as finishing a hard day of hunting through your stash, ordering a pizza and spinning up the volume to soothe away the pain and while away the evening.
If you're still not convinced, remember that in the end, in this world full of bad, mad and sad people, it's comforting to know that we can all kick back, hit the stacks and listen to the eight-track, without the bother or bore of life's little nuances (like laundry and bills) getting in the way.
So like me, I hope you have the wonderful opportunity to experience the wonders of hearing music sometime in your very near future. After all, I always recommend a good twist.
From here to there,
S*
Fave current track(s): "Cherry Chapstick" - Yo La Tengo, "Since I Left You (title track)" - The Avalanches
Current read(s) in progress: "Mensa Genius Puzzle Book" - Mensa, "Mojo" magazine
