Best Of

My musical interests evolved a bunch after joining this forum. Never, and I mean never did I see myself being such a fan of Dire Straits, and Steely Dan, let alone the Jazz I enjoy as well..

There are many more, but this stands out the most for me..

I am going to add that my heart revolves around metal, and hard rock, and unfortunately I can honestly say most of it I don't enjoy on my system, there are some exceptions, but really for the most part what draws me to metal and hard rock is the rawness of it, especially an artist/band's earlier work, and the production can be cumbersome on a higher end system..
Sometimes you just need a little volume, and bass to kick you in the rear..

Sometimes I am just okay with the basic needs to listen to music..

Yes, I concur with this. My mainstays were previously Rock and Alternative. In last 3-4 years I've come to appreciate Classical music. I've lately improved my system dramatically with new speakers, better placement and room treatments. Since then I've gotten into Electronica, and Baroque chamber music (with a touch of Japanese Ambient). What these disparate genres have in common are unique and interesting sounds. And when they are well recorded with superb imaging, depth and timbre they are fascinating to listen to. I have Qobuz via Roon which has been a godsend in terms of freedom to try new things and to find those really special recordings that are worth coming back to many times.

I, personally would say as I've gotten older I've come to appreciate more music that a decade ago I would not have given the time of day.
Yes my rig is leaps better than that time period and that may also contribute.

I have found my appreciation and even love of music has grown exponentially as my system is capable of delivering performances that are engaging and fun to listen to. Even five years ago, my listening would predominantly be classic rock and more modern country...

Today, those horizons have expanded to include every genre (except Rap). As I type, I am listening to Steve Martin and his bluegrass music. I truly enjoy sitting back and trying on new music that there is no way I would have otherwise been exposed to. Having my rig perform at a level that draws me into the performance is truly a blessing.