Emma Randell

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[Emma Randell @EmmaRandell5]

@JoshuaHynes15 This is true. I listen to the music I enjoy whether it be a Canadian artist or not. A quota of Canadian content would not change the fact that I turn on my own playlist on apple music and listen to artists from all over the world that I enjoy. #MUS2011W21

[Emma Randell @EmmaRandell5]

@maeghan2002 I agree. People are going to listen to the music they enjoy whether that be from a Canadian artist or not, therefore, a quota of Canadian content is irrelevant. #MUS2011W21

[Emma Randell @EmmaRandell5]

I don’t think it’s necessary to enforce the quota of Cancon. I do respect the idea of it, as I believe it would be beneficial to upcoming and emerging artists and would give them exposure however, music is now global and people are going to listen to what they want #MUS2011W21

[Emma Randell @EmmaRandell5]

@JoshAdams131 @ryanlegerclarke I also agree with Ryan! I think Wald’s statement is very broad. There’s something different about hearing a song through a pair of headphones and hearing it live. Nothing can beat live music. #MUS2011W21

[Emma Randell @EmmaRandell5]

@RachelLegge5 I agree! Although it is a little costly to attend live concerts, many people prefer live music and the atmosphere of concerts over listening to music at home. #MUS2011W21

[Emma Randell @EmmaRandell5]

I do not agree with Wald’s assessment of today’s pop audience. Even though music and albums are much more accessible through streaming platforms now-a-days, many people still enjoy the atmosphere of attending live concerts and festivals. #MUS2011W21

[Emma Randell @EmmaRandell5]

@chg881 @CoreyCo96984778 Great point! The schlock rock covers were popular mostly due to racism. Record companies used this schlock rock music to make money without thinking of the cultural appropriation behind it. #MUS2011W21

[Emma Randell @EmmaRandell5]

@JoshuaHynes15 I agree that this music should not be dismissed entirely as it holds some history of the music that was popular at the time, however I also believe the music was schlock rock as it was cultural theft and the music that was created was worse then the original. #MUS2011W21

[Emma Randell @EmmaRandell5]

I believe that although white middle-class artists were indeed guilty of “cultural theft,” it is not necessary to dismiss this schlock rock music entirely, as it represents some of the history of popular music at the time
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[Emma Randell @EmmaRandell5]

@MattMccrowe Great point! The way Ray Charles uses a breaking voice in his song “I’ve got a women” definitely portrays his emotions. Also, the way he used vocals as instruments rather than just singing was very creative and gives his music individually. #MUS2011W21

[Emma Randell @EmmaRandell5]

@Makayla95815534 I agree, it is easy to distinguish Charles’ voice due to its uniqueness. I believe that the styles and techniques Charles introduced influenced many people today such as Kayne, who used samples from Charles’ “I’ve got a woman” for his song “Gold digger.” #MUS2011W21

[Emma Randell @EmmaRandell5]

Ray Charles used a breaking voice technique to portray emotion, better express himself and also give his music individuality. While listening to “I’ve got a woman” I could feel his emotions through the lyrics. Ray Charles’ voice is definitely unique and stands out.
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[Emma Randell @EmmaRandell5]

@Mitchell_White7 I agree! I find myself listening to music I would’ve never bought the CDs for, now that it’s so easy to listen to just about anything with the touch of a button. Streaming services such as Spotify are not just convenient, but also accessible for most social classes! #MUS2011W21

[Emma Randell @EmmaRandell5]

@eahiscock @_emilymorrissey Great points! It is definitely much more affordable now with all the streaming services to listen to music rather then having to buy concert tickets or CD’s. This also makes it more accessible for people of lower social class! #MUS2011W21

[Emma Randell @EmmaRandell5]

Streaming services have evolved over the years, changing the way most people enjoy music. No matter one’s social class, music is accessible. However, the way in which people listen to music such as using Apple AirPods, can be perceived as having a higher social class #MUS2011W21