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jon · 22nd June 2003

I've been thinking about this topic a lot lately...it may well be a key to the future of this business.

Over the decades, I have always stayed on the edge of new musical trends with enjoyment and deep professional interest.

Yet, I have to admit that few modern records seem likely to remain relevant 30 years from now. And I still find myself listening to many albums that were recorded before, say, 1970. Quite a few albums from the 50s and 60s remain magical and relevant to this day.

Which recent records do you think could be classics 30 years from now?

What do you think could help in making a future classic record today, a record that could remain relevant for many years to future generations? If that were your goal, what would you do?

Jon

22nd June 2003	#1
jon Capitol Studios Paris Joined: May 2002 Location: Paris, France Posts: 1,307 Thread Starter	Musical longevity & making future classic albums I've been thinking about this topic a lot lately...it may well be a key to the future of this business. Over the decades, I have always stayed on the edge of new musical trends with enjoyment and deep professional interest. Yet, I have to admit that few modern records seem likely to remain relevant 30 years from now. And I still find myself listening to many albums that were recorded before, say, 1970. Quite a few albums from the 50s and 60s remain magical and relevant to this day. Which recent records do you think could be classics 30 years from now? What do you think could help in making a future classic record today, a record that could remain relevant for many years to future generations? If that were your goal, what would you do? Jon __________________ Jon Atack Capitol Studios - Paris, France