"It's such a unique neighborhood with so many cultures and so much depth," Walz says, highlighting the diverse music scene of the Mission District, where sounds from various genres coexist vibrantly. "And as far as I can tell, most of the music is being played on the street. I use Shazam all the time - at parties, on the street, in stores. Most of my music comes from Shazam." This statement reflects his deep engagement with the community's musical landscape.
"On the first day, Sept. 29, 34 tracks were captured between 2:02 p.m. and 9:24 p.m. On day two that number rose to 101," Walz explains, pointing to the growing participation in his project Bop Spotter, which seeks to quantify the music heard in the Mission. His findings already reveal surprising choices and timings from residents, indicating a deeper connection to local sounds.
"If we ever needed quantifiable evidence of Mission residents' marriage to blasting tunes around the clock, Bop Spotter is already providing it," the article highlights. The project serves not only as a fun endeavor for Walz but also as a cultural study, capturing the essence of a community that embraces music in its daily life.
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