For my first "real" post here, I am going to attempt a pretty broad statement, using a specific set of examples...so a few qualifying statements are necessary. This post is not meant to advocate for or against any particular band or style of music. I happen to be a huge appreciator of Metallica and their music, but I am also a fan of many bands and musical styles that are not named Metallica and sound nothing like them. They, however, are a very good example for a case study in musical trends, as they have existed for nearly 30 years; and many steps on their journey are at least evolutionary, if not revolutionary for the music world in general. Agree or disagree, please bear with me and feel free to share your thoughts....
This will come as no surprise to anybody who knows me, but I hate American Idol. I don't just hate it because it sucks (although that would be reason enough). I hate it because it is embarrassing to me that it is taken seriously as a vehicle for cultivating the next generation of artistic creation and expression. The net result is
Saturday, March 27, 2010
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