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How do you listen to music? (lemmy.world)
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[–] FenderStratocaster@lemmy.world 5 points 4 days ago* (last edited 4 days ago) (1 children)

I use Spotify. I have some Anker Soundcore iP30 ear buds that I got for $25 through Costco. They work well enough. I was thinking about getting an MP3/DAP and managing my own library though. Spotify's recommendations totally suck, but it's so easy to access. However, as of late, I feel that infinite options actually limits my listening, because instead of enjoying it, I'm always looking to what's next because it may be better.

[–] Almacca@aussie.zone 1 points 1 day ago

I'm curious why you think Spotify's recommendations suck. You kind of have to train the algorithm first, but I've found lots of awesome bands I would never have heard of otherwise via the Discover Weekly playlist.