The Compilation Compilation
Jennifer’s Favorites 1998–2010

a book by Jennifer Robbins

In the years between mixtapes and streaming music services, compilation CDs were the way to share music. It was during this era that I lovingly crafted yearly mixes to spread the word about my favorite new bands to friends and family. Taken together, the CD project is a testament to my ongoing love of music, graphic design, and community. The playlists, artwork, and liner notes compiled in this book provide a snapshot of the indie music scene throughout the ‘00s as well a record of my path through single life, marriage, home ownership, professional endeavors, and motherhood.

Playlists

I created Spotify and Apple Music playlists for all of the CDs listed in the book.

= Spotify    = Apple Music

• 1998 | Mid-Tempo Years
  
• 1999 | Belle Meade Cafeteria
  
• 2000 | J2K
  
• 2001 | Taft!
  
• 2002 | Racecar
  
• 2003 | Minivan
  
• 2004 | Oh Baby!
  
• 2005 | XL
  
• 2006 | No Music
  
• 2007 | Cookbook for Young Moderns
  
• 2008 | Hot Love
  
• 2009 | Silver & Gold
  
• 2010 | Mobile
  
• Atomic Fire Ball (mixtape, 1988)
  
• Greetings from Jenville
  
• Sleepytime—Robbins Bedtime Mix
  
• 1331—Valley Drive Mix
  
• The Compilation Compilation Mega-Mix