I have been making mix tapes since I used to put them on my 4-track cartridge player in the VW van in the 60's.
It's the best way to expose yourself to the new stuff you acquire, especially if you buy a LOT of music.
If you ever visited Zed Records, you probably heard a new music mix tape cassette in the store.
See no reason to stop now!
Here's a HOUSE mix of some newer goodies including a few unreleased gems.