I don't get it. For me, a mixtape is a compilation, most likely mixed by a DJ, of tracks.

LoveLiveA$AP, as far as I understand it (and as far as it sounds, since I have it), is a studio album, no more no less. (http://en.wikipedia.org/w...veLoveASAP)

So why is it a "mixtape" with the next album being labeled as Rocky's "first studio album"??? (http://en.wikipedia.org/w...ngLiveASAP)

If u get it please explain

Thanks

Over the years, the differences between a mixtape [1] and an album have been smoothed out by various factors. However, here are some differences that have somewhat held true

1. A mixtape is (usually) free
2. A mixtape (historically) has less structure and sounds more like a collection of random songs than a collection of songs that fit a theme
3. A mixtape can be an assortment of original and cover songs or songs done over the instrumentals of other songs.
4. A mixtape typically sounds more "fun" and "spontaneous"
5. A mixtape typically does not have "singles" or in general songs intended for the radio
6. A mixtape is typically used to build up buzz for an upcoming album or in general to create awareness for an artist.
7. A mixtape may have whole songs contributed by a number of artists.
8. Artist features on mixtapes, many times, tend to be based on favors, relationships and friendships as opposed to full blown contracts.

Note: The explosion of the number of DIY musicians and the increasing efficacy of the internet in distributing and promoting music has created a huge blurring of these fine lines.
The best example of this would be Drake's Mixtape: "So Far Gone"

http://www.quora.com/What...d-an-album

[Edited 11/2/12 10:27am]

Thanks a lot for the xplanation

So yeah I was right, basically A$AP Rocky's mixtape is his first album...

It's kinda like these weird fellows saying that Prince's digital-only or newspapers-only albums ain't really albums