Somehow, even in 2009, people are confusing technical accomplishment with creativity. Theres nothing 'technically difficult' about remixing, but it does require being creative.
I value creative musicians 100000000% more than I do those who are technically accomplished. Sure, some DJ's can't play Beethoven on the marimbas, but who's to say the college student is creative enough to make remixes as well as the DJ?
In the long history of music, it's the most creative pieces that have shaped our ears, the most creative that have struck new ground and pointed towards the future. If you still believe technical wizardry is more important, enjoy listening to the same mediocre Yngwie Malmsteen records for the rest of your lives, because unlike creativity, there is a limit to what one can physically accomplish playing an instrument.
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