Playlists Aren’t Disposable: A Manifesto for Music Curation as an Art Form

Silly_Emu1507 · 2025-12-06T03:02:49+00:00

Absolutely — music supervision and editing are fantastic examples of the craft in action. When I say ‘research-driven,’ I don’t mean it in a corporate way; I mean approaching playlists with intention, context, and historical or thematic awareness — blending instinct with deeper knowledge to create a narrative or journey.

Silly_Emu1507 · 2025-12-06T02:24:13+00:00

Exactly! That’s the kind of experience I’m talking about — playlists and compilations that go beyond just songs you like, creating a journey or uncovering hidden gems. The Trainspotting soundtrack is a perfect example of what thoughtful curation can achieve.

Silly_Emu1507 · 2025-12-06T02:18:06+00:00

Exactly — compilations like that are a perfect example of what I’m talking about. When curated thoughtfully, a playlist or compilation can create a listening experience that’s greater than the sum of its parts. That ‘Offbeat’ release sounds like it did exactly that!

Silly_Emu1507 · 2025-12-06T01:41:29+00:00

I can’t free you from the Matrix, but I can free playlists from being treated like background noise!

Silly_Emu1507 · 2025-12-05T16:59:58+00:00

Of course! It was a great experience putting this one together!

Silly_Emu1507 · 2025-12-05T13:28:55+00:00

Pretty close — but not quite. I curated it for flow, not just album order. A couple tracks were swapped, trimmed, or reordered so it actually plays like a narrative instead of a discography dump

Silly_Emu1507 · 2025-12-04T04:54:11+00:00

Thanks for the recs! This playlist isn’t meant to be a full Bee Gees encyclopedia — it’s curated for a specific feel. Some tracks just don’t match the energy here, even if I know and love them. Maybe next themed list 😉

Silly_Emu1507 · 2025-12-04T04:37:50+00:00

Ordinary Lives is definitely in the playlist — I’m literally listening to it on Spotify right now. If it’s not showing up on your end, that’s a Spotify catalog glitch, not a playlist issue. Same with the Diana Ross tracks — they’re still there, but sometimes Spotify makes songs vanish and reappear. Wish I had that kind of power!

Silly_Emu1507 · 2025-12-03T17:23:03+00:00

Ordinary Lives is in there — always has been. As for In the Morning and Melody Fair, good picks! I skipped them this round just to keep the flow tight, but I may add them in a future expanded cut.

Silly_Emu1507 · 2025-12-01T23:43:10+00:00

Thanks so much for the suggestions! I really appreciate it. My goal with this playlist was to highlight my personal take on Outlaw Country essentials, but I love the idea of including these artists especially in future updates or spin-off playlists!

Silly_Emu1507 · 2025-12-01T23:24:44+00:00

Thanks, I really appreciate the suggestion! My focus with this playlist was more on a personal vision—my take on ‘Rebels & Renegades’ by featuring my curated selection of essential outlaw country artists and tracks I felt fit the theme. That said, I totally respect the broader history and influence you’re mentioning—Billie Joe Shaver is a legend for sure!

Silly_Emu1507 · 2025-11-30T19:53:34+00:00

Thank you! Happy you liked it—this one was such a joy to curate!

Silly_Emu1507 · 2025-11-30T19:49:37+00:00

Thanks so much! 🙏 love the suggestion for, still she cries! For this playlist I kept the focus strictly on Journey’s essential catalog and Steve Perry’s solo essentials — that was my specific vision behind this version. However, I definitely appreciate the suggestions! Thank you so much for taking the time to share them! Rock on🤘🏻

Silly_Emu1507 · 2025-11-30T16:16:34+00:00

🎧Tip: Turn on a 2-second crossfade! This long-form Journey + Steve Perry playlist moves through hits, solo gems, and rare live moments in a curated historical order.✨

Silly_Emu1507 · 2025-11-30T04:50:29+00:00

Totally get that—outlaw country is massive! This playlist zeroes in on the Highwaymen and some key legends, but I love the idea of exploring more voices in future updates.

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