What keeps you listening to music? (specifically new music)

Paedantic Basterd · 12-23-2011, 10:11 AM

All of the above, but primarily it's a knowledge pursuit. I want to love as much music as possible, and I can't do this unless I am listening to as much music as possible. The next album to change my life could be in the next batch of downloads I take. Furthermore, there's a bit of a sense of a musical-arms-race that comes into play on a forum like this. Not in the sense that it's competitive (that is a low concern), but I want to be able to share discussion with as many people on as many topics as possible, and that also requires a large breadth of listening.

bob. · 12-23-2011, 10:43 AM

basically what Stu and Pedestrian said.....with a bit of addiction added....i honestly feel there is at least a mental and possible physical addiction to music.....

starrynight · 12-23-2011, 11:28 AM

Don't forget that basic human element of greed too.

I'm not sure there's an 'arms race', as some people will just have more time to listen to music than others. Some may prefer to concentrate on particular areas and others to have a view of many genres. I'm more the second type, though I'm into discussion of music on forums than recommendation threads.

Chives · 12-24-2011, 12:52 AM

Combination of simply enjoying and pursuit of knowledge. In the past year I've had a lot of spare time and listening to and learning about music and artists turned out to be what I focused my energy on. I don't regret it at all and now I can't imagine not being into music!

attested_psycho · 12-24-2011, 01:09 PM

All that's been said before, plus the fact that I'm slowly realizing how much there is to listen to and how I'm at the age where I actually have a bit of time to explore and discover great new stuff. I've only been a music addict for about 2-3 years, so I still haven't gotten over the shock of discovering a wonderful world of listening experiences beyond what's popular/ already recognized by many, and it's an addictive feeling.

NSW · 12-25-2011, 10:53 AM

Music is the only thing (besides drugs maybe, but I haven't tried those) that moderates my moods. It keeps me from turning into a psycho bitch when I feel like killing the people I live with. It helps pick me up when I'm feeling depressed. It gets me even more excited when I'm already happy. Nothing, not talking to a good friend, not writing, not even alcohol has proven to have the same affect.

LoathsomePete · 12-25-2011, 12:35 PM

I want to make the most of the technology that allows me to have so much right at the tips of my fingers. Never in the history of our species has it been easier to share culture via the internet and the amount that I've learned about various parts of the world through the music (be it the lyrics, background of the band, etc.) As far as new music... well partly it's be current. There always should be an appreciation of what came before, but sometimes I feel that appreciation inadvertently shifts into worshiping while everything new slips you by and suddenly you're handicapped by your particular tastes. I like to try and have my fingers in as many pop culture notions as to be able to contribute to conversations.

So I guess it's a mix of wishing to keep up to date, a desire to maximize the potential of the internet, and a seeping curiosity of how people are looking at the world we live in today and applying it to music.

duga · 12-25-2011, 04:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Pedestrian

The next album to change my life could be in the next batch of downloads I take.

Quote:

Originally Posted by nonsubmissivewife

Music is the only thing (besides drugs maybe, but I haven't tried those) that moderates my moods. It keeps me from turning into a psycho bitch when I feel like killing the people I live with. It helps pick me up when I'm feeling depressed. It gets me even more excited when I'm already happy. Nothing, not talking to a good friend, not writing, not even alcohol has proven to have the same affect.

All this.

Plus, there is so much out there to appreciate. I've listened to so much and my opinion on certain genres and bands has changed so much that I feel I owe it to all forms of music to give them a fair shot. Once I realized I could appreciate basically anything if I approach it in the right way I realized I really have a **** load to explore.

Raust · 12-27-2011, 06:57 PM

Listening to new music or just music in general is a hobby of mine. Just like some people like watching t.v. or playing video games. I think music is definatley meant to be appreciated and it seems that I just anticipate what the future brings. With so many genres and ones being created what's not to look forward to for someone who enjoys music?

geek_the_girl · 12-25-2011, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by SoundgardenRocks

Does it help you feel good/less stressed?

Do you enjoy the sense of discovery?

Do you feel the need to listen to more almost in a "pursuit of knowledge" type way?

Do you just find it simply enjoyable?

Basically all of the above.

It's the only thing that can calm me down and level me out. I find so much solace from music that I don't think I could get anywhere else. I'm going to go with the whole "Music is my Religion"...

12-23-2011, 10:43 AM	#2 (permalink)
bob. Still sends his reguards. Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Trying to get out of the cat town.... Posts: 5,039	basically what Stu and Pedestrian said.....with a bit of addiction added....i honestly feel there is at least a mental and possible physical addiction to music..... __________________ A kiss is the beginning of cannibalism. Reach out, pierce the fine fabric of the sheltering sky, take repose.

12-23-2011, 11:28 AM	#3 (permalink)
starrynight Music Addict Join Date: Mar 2011 Posts: 937	Don't forget that basic human element of greed too. I'm not sure there's an 'arms race', as some people will just have more time to listen to music than others. Some may prefer to concentrate on particular areas and others to have a view of many genres. I'm more the second type, though I'm into discussion of music on forums than recommendation threads. __________________ non-cliquey member of every music forum I participate on

12-24-2011, 12:52 AM	#4 (permalink)
Chives Music Addict Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Tacoma, WA Posts: 299	Combination of simply enjoying and pursuit of knowledge. In the past year I've had a lot of spare time and listening to and learning about music and artists turned out to be what I focused my energy on. I don't regret it at all and now I can't imagine not being into music! __________________ [My last.fm] [My Tumblr]

12-25-2011, 10:53 AM	#6 (permalink)
NSW Bigger and Better Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Texas girl living in the UK Posts: 2,596	Music is the only thing (besides drugs maybe, but I haven't tried those) that moderates my moods. It keeps me from turning into a psycho bitch when I feel like killing the people I live with. It helps pick me up when I'm feeling depressed. It gets me even more excited when I'm already happy. Nothing, not talking to a good friend, not writing, not even alcohol has proven to have the same affect. __________________ Hi.

12-25-2011, 12:35 PM	#7 (permalink)
LoathsomePete Cardboard Box Realtor Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Hobb's End Posts: 7,648	I want to make the most of the technology that allows me to have so much right at the tips of my fingers. Never in the history of our species has it been easier to share culture via the internet and the amount that I've learned about various parts of the world through the music (be it the lyrics, background of the band, etc.) As far as new music... well partly it's be current. There always should be an appreciation of what came before, but sometimes I feel that appreciation inadvertently shifts into worshiping while everything new slips you by and suddenly you're handicapped by your particular tastes. I like to try and have my fingers in as many pop culture notions as to be able to contribute to conversations. So I guess it's a mix of wishing to keep up to date, a desire to maximize the potential of the internet, and a seeping curiosity of how people are looking at the world we live in today and applying it to music. __________________ Last.FM 101 Albums That May Not Change Your Life, But I Really Like And You Might Too

12-23-2011, 10:11 AM	#1 (permalink)
Paedantic Basterd Music Addict Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 5,184	All of the above, but primarily it's a knowledge pursuit. I want to love as much music as possible, and I can't do this unless I am listening to as much music as possible. The next album to change my life could be in the next batch of downloads I take. Furthermore, there's a bit of a sense of a musical-arms-race that comes into play on a forum like this. Not in the sense that it's competitive (that is a low concern), but I want to be able to share discussion with as many people on as many topics as possible, and that also requires a large breadth of listening.

12-24-2011, 01:09 PM	#5 (permalink)
attested_psycho Groupie Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: La Belle Province Posts: 19	All that's been said before, plus the fact that I'm slowly realizing how much there is to listen to and how I'm at the age where I actually have a bit of time to explore and discover great new stuff. I've only been a music addict for about 2-3 years, so I still haven't gotten over the shock of discovering a wonderful world of listening experiences beyond what's popular/ already recognized by many, and it's an addictive feeling.

12-27-2011, 06:57 PM	#9 (permalink)
Raust Music Addict Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 1,411	Listening to new music or just music in general is a hobby of mine. Just like some people like watching t.v. or playing video games. I think music is definatley meant to be appreciated and it seems that I just anticipate what the future brings. With so many genres and ones being created what's not to look forward to for someone who enjoys music?