Ryan Hobbs

[Ryan Hobbs @RyanH0bbs]

I don't think that Wald is entirely correct in his assessment of today's pop audience. I think people today would prefer to listen to their favourite songs live, but it is not always easy to do that, so most of the time, favourite songs are consumed through recordings #F22POPMUS

[Ryan Hobbs @RyanH0bbs]

Schlock music is definitely a form of cultural theft. People take these songs that they have no relationship to and they cover them and submit them as their own, with no credit being given. It is a form of cultural theft #F22POPMUS

[Ryan Hobbs @RyanH0bbs]

@KeYang10238815 I agree with you in that the use of a breaking voice in a song can deepen its emotional impact and help the listener connect more closely with the song and the contents of it #F22POPMUS

[Ryan Hobbs @RyanH0bbs]

@EmilyBi29285503 I agree with your assessment of Ray Charles' use of a breaking voice. He definitely demonstrates his emotions by using the breaking voice in his song #F22POPMUS

[Ryan Hobbs @RyanH0bbs]

I think Ray Charles uses a breaking voice as a tactic to capture the attention of the listener and express emotions in his music. By using the breaking voice, he is expressing his emotions in the song to make the lyrics feel more meaningful and powerful #F22POPMUS

[Ryan Hobbs @RyanH0bbs]

Apple's airpods changed how some people are viewed in society. Some people think that if someone has airpods they have more money others. Services like Spotify changed the way people listen to music. The music is available virtually anywhere, which makes it convenient. #F22POPMUS

[Ryan Hobbs @RyanH0bbs]

'False needs' that may have been created by popular music are people thinking they need money and fame. Popular music appeals to a more casual audience because most people want something to listen to. They're not overly interested in the deeper meaning behind songs. #F22POPMUS