https://rss.com/podcasts/from-cassettes-to-the-blogs-the-evolution-of-the-mixtape Archives in Review is a short-form podcast to evaluate whether current archival methodologies and institutions are suitable infrastructures to house and preserve the digital mixtape. Due to the format’s alternative use I bring the question whether it is best to explore alternative forms of archival practices to best preserve the born-digital mixtape?

]]> RSS.com 2026.428.112250 Sun, 31 May 2026 08:00:57 GMT en 0132618d-2816-523e-95ae-fa9abc72a9cf https://media.rss.com/from-cassettes-to-the-blogs-the-evolution-of-the-mixtape/podcast_cover_20260513_090537_8bc06712b323f8cc57b297b6c50cbd93.png https://rss.com/podcasts/from-cassettes-to-the-blogs-the-evolution-of-the-mixtape no Intro Song: https://artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/internet-love/6000388 Phoenyx Gaston Phoenyx Gaston false episodic podcast New York, New York, New York, 10007, USA false On the fourth and final episode of this series I will analyze whether traditional cultural heritage institutions are doing their due diligence when is comes to archiving and preserving mixtapes. Moreover, I pose the question of whether traditional GLAM institutions should even be the primary stewards of such materials. This episode explores the restrictions, traditions, and practices archives implement and assess whether it's an appropriate home for born-digital mixtapes.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/from-cassettes-to-the-blogs-the-evolution-of-the-mixtape/2821623 d3adef17-fab0-42dd-a127-84d5e74c3d0a 431 full 1 1 4 4 false Thu, 14 May 2026 14:10:50 GMT false New York, New York, New York, 10007, USA In part three of this series I will dive into the complicated relationship mixtapes have with copyright laws and its battles with the U.S. Copyright Office to be recognized as a legitimate art form. Highlighting DJ Drama’s arrest as an example of the government’s attempt to erase, censor, and criminalize mixtape culture.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/from-cassettes-to-the-blogs-the-evolution-of-the-mixtape/2821525 c4cf0d00-4ed8-4c84-a4a9-8340356a078a 478 full 1 1 3 3 false Thu, 14 May 2026 14:10:47 GMT false In part 2 of this series I will discuss the cultural significance of "Blog Era" mixtapes and its contributions in ushering in our current streaming era. I will highlight the pros and cons of this music era as well as how it has impacted how archives go about preserving born-digital materials that sits on the cusps of legality.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/from-cassettes-to-the-blogs-the-evolution-of-the-mixtape/2821497 8bdbd592-de14-414e-a28d-d6fc4d6dc1f2 451 full 1 1 2 2 false Thu, 14 May 2026 14:10:44 GMT false For part one of this series, I will provide a brief history of the mixtape and how it has evolved over the years from being an analog powerhouse to an digital asset. I will also reflect on how this transformation has impacted its sustainability for archival and preservation efforts.

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