Rediscovering Music: My Month of Listening to CDs

🔍Limiting myself to CDs forced me to listen more consciously and appreciate the music on a deeper level.

📻Removing the distractions of streaming services and smartphones allowed me to focus solely on the music and be present in the moment.

🌍Listening to CDs made me more aware of the vast amount of music available and helped me discover hidden gems in my collection.

🔊The physical aspect of CDs, from choosing a record to playing it on a CD player, added a tangible and nostalgic element to the listening experience.

🔁Having a limited selection of CDs encouraged me to listen to albums in their entirety and appreciate the artist's intended flow and storytelling.

Why did you choose to listen to CDs instead of streaming?

—I wanted to reconnect with music and be more conscious of my listening habits. Limiting myself to CDs allowed me to appreciate the music on a deeper level and eliminate the distractions of streaming services.

Did you miss the convenience of streaming?

—At times, I missed the convenience of streaming and having access to limitless music. However, the intentional listening experience and the nostalgia of using CDs outweighed the convenience factor.

Did you discover any new music during this experiment?

—Yes, listening to CDs made me more aware of the vast amount of music in my collection. I rediscovered hidden gems and albums that I hadn't listened to in a long time, allowing me to expand my musical horizons.

Did this experiment change your perspective on music consumption?

—Absolutely! This experiment made me realize the value of being present and fully engaged with the music I was listening to. It reminded me of the joy and nostalgia that physical media can bring to the music listening experience.

Would you continue listening to CDs after this experiment?

—While I appreciate the unique experience of listening to CDs, I will likely continue using streaming services for their convenience and access to a wider range of music. However, I will incorporate intentional CD listening sessions into my routine to continue the connection with physical media.

00:00For the entire month of January, I decided to listen to music using only CDs instead of streaming services.

09:20I discovered how the context of my listening affected my music experience and made certain aspects stand out more.

10:32Unexpectedly, new music announcements and recordings not available on CDs or streaming services posed challenges during the experiment.

11:10I became more aware of the limitations of physical media and the variety of music available in other formats.

11:57Despite these limitations, the experiment allowed me to reconnect with music and appreciate it on a deeper level.