Josh Kennedy

MUS2011

[Josh Kennedy @JK22168]

@btrimmbtrimm I agree that we are so accustom to edited sounds thats live music seems second tier #S22POPMUS

[Josh Kennedy @JK22168]

@KimKimgrady2565 Absolutely, the expectation of audiences doesn't match up with the technological differences between studio and live music #S22POPMUS

[Josh Kennedy @JK22168]

It would be wrong to say that live music sounds the same as the music produced electronically, but live music as an experience is what makes it so great. Where Wald is wrong is that although we have closer access to music, live music makes people feel more connected. #S22POPMUS

[Josh Kennedy @JK22168]

@Laurloup I agree, we need to both appreciate the historical side as well acknowledge the musical theft.

[Josh Kennedy @JK22168]

@jrhgillingham Yes, credit absolutely needs to be given to the original artists, and that is something that the "Schlock" music failed to do.

[Josh Kennedy @JK22168]

"Schlock" music is criticized due to what can be called a culture theft, but it still carries value. Not only is the music still historical, but it represents the truth of the time and that is what we shouldnt forget.#S22POPMUS

[Josh Kennedy @JK22168]

@BesmahTepagende Those distinctive vocal breaks totally create the emotion Ray is looking for, and like you say it provides insight to how he is feeling.

[Josh Kennedy @JK22168]

@sarahbutler913 #S22POPMUS The vocals from Ray absolutely allow him to express more emotion than the lyrics themselves. With them he can truly resonate with the audience.

[Josh Kennedy @JK22168]

Ray Charles uses a breaking voice in order show more emotion in the song, as the song is about his relationship with someone, it is crucial for him to create that affectionate sound for his listeners to feel connected with what he he saying. #S22POPMUS

[Josh Kennedy @JK22168]

And because we are open to so many different artists and forms, the ideas and lessons each teaches us are then used to communicate our own opinions, and that's ultimately how we change along with music.

[Josh Kennedy @JK22168]

Today's listening tech absolutely influences the way we perceive ourselves. With every genre a click away, you listen to music you never would have 10 years ago, and with these numerous choices I have expanded my own preferences and the way in which I listen to music. #S22POPMUS

[Josh Kennedy @JK22168]

Adorno and Horkheimer's view on popular music is somewhat true, although complexity can be found in various genres of music, the commodity of music isn't sold that way. The dumbed down form appeals to the passive listener, so that is what companies produce more of #S22POPMUS