Here's your update about the first matchup listening: it's going strong! I recognize all the songs from both submissions now, and I've got some coherent thoughts about both compilations. Both of them aren't great, but both have their moments. I'm leaning slightly towards one of them right now, but I'm still not sure—this is difficult. I think I may post some impressions tomorrow and push the first result to Saturday instead. Or I may just post it tomorrow if I feel confident enough in my judgement. As I said, this round is going to take a bit more time. I'm aiming for this round to be done at the end of next week.
Thank you for being patient, guys. I'll definitely deliver something tomorrow, whether it's the impressions for the first matchup or the actual results.