Kiley Mackey

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[Kiley Mackey @MackeyKiley]

@caytlynmun Hi Caytlyn! Convenience is a huge factor in today's consumer society. Finding the means and time to attend a live performance is extremely difficult, thus we are consuming free content and supporting our favourite artists in other ways (merch, paid listening, etc). #F22POPMUS

[Kiley Mackey @MackeyKiley]

@RyanH0bbs Hi Ryan! This is so true. While we would love to see them live in concert, it is nearly impossible to afford the tickets, travel, room and board to do so. This makes recordings the only accessible means of music consumption for the majority. #F22POPMUS

[Kiley Mackey @MackeyKiley]

U9: While live concerts provide the unfiltered, surreal experience of music consumption, it is impacted by its cost and makes it less accessible. Thus, virtual consumption is the number one choice for today's music, not by default but out of convenience. #F22POPMUS

[Kiley Mackey @MackeyKiley]

@Aliciawarford02 Hi Alicia, the point you make about making the music familiar is really interesting. In order for music to be a success, familiarity is extremely important to gain the interests of the majority population. This is exactly what schlock artists are doing. #F22POPMUS

[Kiley Mackey @MackeyKiley]

@erinhopkins22 Hi Erin, I like the point you made about individual talent. I agree that you cannot dismiss the talent that schlock artists possess, however, the culture of the music being stolen calls for a questioning of the social and cultural value of this music. #F22POPMUS

[Kiley Mackey @MackeyKiley]

'Schlock rock' is undeniably a theft of African American work and culture. White artists that held a 'non-threatening' societal image stole concepts and made clean covers to mass produce music for their benefit. There is no creativity, only cultural theft. #F22POPMUS

[Kiley Mackey @MackeyKiley]

@charlottep011 Hi Charlotte, you are so right about the emotional insight his vocals gave to his fans! This style of music and use of vocals was often portrayed to have a connective, relatable style that made it fun and engaging for the listener. #F22POPMUS

[Kiley Mackey @MackeyKiley]

@Jaylumii Hi Joseph, Ray Charles definitely had originality and emotionality to his music. This is very common in other blues music, as is the use of grit and raspy vocals to emphasize the importance of the music from the artist to the audience (as can be found in Charles).

[Kiley Mackey @MackeyKiley]

U5: Ray Charles used the 'breaking voice' technique to convey his emotions and express his true message and feelings by emphasizing certain words within his song "I've Got a Woman". #F22POPMUS

[Kiley Mackey @MackeyKiley]

@An_Actual_Clown My grandmother also finds Spotify amazing. She thinks it's great that she can listen to what she wants, whenever she wants, without having to purchase multiple albums or burning a CD. New technologies are saving us money and hassle! #F22POPMUS

[Kiley Mackey @MackeyKiley]

@cagallantmun I think this is incredibly true! Our possession of technology is often our way of portraying our current or desired social class. I also have noticed that those who have the expensive technology often flaunt it while those who don't, are humble. #F22POPMUS

[Kiley Mackey @MackeyKiley]

U3: The new technology has influenced my own identity by expanding and easing my access to music. This has allowed me to align myself with a group of people with like interests. Anyone can listen to and enjoy any type of music nowadays (not limited to class or status).#F22POPMUS

[Kiley Mackey @MackeyKiley]

@ErinWay14 While I agree with your false needs, I feel that this style of music is actually quite dumbed down. The industry follows similar song scripts and storylines for subtypes of artists. While the songs sound different, their goal and message remain the same! Great post, Erin!

[Kiley Mackey @MackeyKiley]

@mackenziehMUN The 'hopeless romantic' concept is very obvious in pop music today. Lovesongs portraying the female as hopeless and 'nothing' without a partner has created the false need to seek romance to become whole and save the woman from loneliness. Great point, Mackenzie!

[Kiley Mackey @MackeyKiley]

U1: A false need created by pop music is high social status. Much of the music portrays a luxurious lifestyle of wealth and class that is deemed 'desirable', creating the false need to chase this lifestyle. To the 'passive audience,' this is perceived as an end goal. #F22POPMUS

[Kiley Mackey @MackeyKiley]

@ashleymun21 Hey Ashley! Taking the time to decompress after a long day/week of school and work stressors is crucial for a positive mood! Watching your favourite TV show and having a simple end-of-day self-care routine can have amazing benefits for the overall mood! #HKR1000

[Kiley Mackey @MackeyKiley]

Having a routine like daily workouts can improve your mood as you put time aside for yourself to reflect and exercise. This is beneficial for both your mood and physical health as you develop physical wellness while processing and reflecting on your emotional wellness #HKR1000

[Kiley Mackey @MackeyKiley]

@atul_mehla Great article, Atul! A simple 30-minute walk has many benefits for the physical body. It is also great for self-reflection, mental health, and expanding on your own spiritual wellness. As the article suggests, walking with others encourages much-needed exercise as well! #HKR1000

[Kiley Mackey @MackeyKiley]

https://t.co/dByH3Jyqxq
Berman discusses the dependence on exercise for bettering mental health, and the negative effects the pandemic has had by closing the gyms. Those who have been unable to access facilities are experiencing high stress and mental health issues #HKR1000

[Kiley Mackey @MackeyKiley]

@cmileshkr082mun Very interesting link you've made between exercise and emotional wellbeing! I feel that it is also an important factor to manage both emotional and overall wellness as it encourages a healthy routine. To cope with stress, I feel time management is very important. #HKR1000