fanmix

Unofficial character playlist

A fanmix is a playlist or compilation of songs assembled by a fan to evoke a fictional character, relationship, story, or fandom.

The songs aren't original—they're curated to capture a mood or narrative: I made a fanmix for the enemies-to-lovers arc.

Fanmixes emerged from fan communities and are often shared online with cover art and track annotations.

creation

playlist

Arranged media collection

song selection · sequencing · arrangement · transitions · flow · pacing · audio editing · mp3 · zip file · download

fandom

shipping

Transporting goods to destinations

  • OTPDisposable login credential
  • pairingJoining two together
  • ficFan-created narrative work

fanfiction · headcanon · feels · angst · fluff · character study · canon · tribute · dedication · Tumblr

aesthetic

cover art

Exterior artwork on releases

color palette · imagery · album art · texture · collage · banner · icons · atmosphere · tone · vibe

music

indie

Produced outside majors

soundtrack · score · ambient · electronic · acoustic · orchestral · melancholic · upbeat · ethereal · haunting

Opposites
official vs. fan-created

fanmixOST

Official media music release

studio album · film score · original score · movie soundtrack · game soundtrack

derivative vs. original work

fanmixoriginal composition

Freshly created artistic piece

source material

Family

fan, fans, fanned, fanning, mix, mixes, mixed, mixing, mixer

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Used worldwide · Positive · Rated G