Mixtapes

Mixtapes will never go out of fashion. They will always be: a unique and personalized gift; the best (subtle) way to tell that special someone you like them; a vehicle in which to showcase your superior music knowledge/taste; and, for the artistically inclined, a vehicle in which to showcase your superior design/photography skills. ***Note: Don't even try to deny those last two; you know what I'm talkin' 'bout.

Here are two hidden gems I've discovered that bring the magic of mixtapes straight to you for your streaming enjoyment.

Pates Tapes

This site is run by a man by the name of Charles (I think) who grew up living around the corner from CBGB and working for music mags and illustrating reviews for Lester Bangs. Hits #9 - Good Vibrations is apparently a result from staying at a friend's place and rummaging through his impressive singles collection.

Since '78

The blog is the brainchild of Brian Gossett and is reflective of his obsessive passion to one day become a music supervisor for films.

On a semi-related note, the man also has a Ffffound account. I'm telling you, photo sharing is the new Facebooking.

Caroline