Katie M.

Teacher. MUN Student.
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[Katie M. @KatieMUN12]

@CassandraGaard Exactly! It seems that many popular artists that I listen to (especially country artists), tend to be American! Even with regards to concerts held - majority of these have a focus in the United States, and rarely come to Canada! #MUS2011

[Katie M. @KatieMUN12]

@NathanRMacNeil @CassandraGaard @lindseyparsonss For sure! I feel like I have a different "bond" with music produced by Canadians, after finding out this information! More chance of experiencing the same life situations, or sharing similar cultural knowledge with Canadian artists. @MUS2011

[Katie M. @KatieMUN12]

I think that the "CanCon" is still vital today, even after forty years of this being put into practice. We should recognize the contributions made by individuals and groups within our Country. We should appreciate the talent within our own country, if and when possible. #MUS2011

[Katie M. @KatieMUN12]

@CraigWe67813575 For sure! I did not even consider your point, about accessibility! Especially living in NL, concerts are rare for us! Let alone the expense to attend if the opportunity would arise! Very good point. #MUS2011

[Katie M. @KatieMUN12]

@ZacharyNash7 @cabl57 I have been to numerous live concerts, and the experience is incredibly unique! Although, I agree that the quality of music is far better on a recording (vinyl, iTunes, etc.), the live experience is all about the atmosphere for sure! #MUS2011

[Katie M. @KatieMUN12]

I certainly agree with Wald's statement. The youth culture of today seem to appreciate the original artist's recording over any cover music - live or not. Cover bands are less known to the mass majority, and I believe it is due to this preference of originality. #MUS2011

[Katie M. @KatieMUN12]

@CraigWe67813575 It is cultural theft, but we can learn to appreciate the original, as well as the new elements often added through covered music. There are times that I will like a cover of an older song more than the original! Just a matter of preference and taste! :) #MUS2011

[Katie M. @KatieMUN12]

@ZacharyNash7 My tweet is similar to many on this topic! I agree. I have found myself listening to even current artists covering songs from the 1950s/60s, and it would allow me to discover both the original song and the artist! Though all artists are talented, it's nice to discover the roots!

[Katie M. @KatieMUN12]

Schlock Rock is cultural theft, since singers are "covering" the original song written by a specific culture with traditions/styles of their own. However, their music should not be dismissed, since their talent is evident. This often allows for discovery of original! #MUS2011

[Katie M. @KatieMUN12]

@CraigWe67813575 It is what it is! I think this was the most common thought/opinion regarding this week's topic!

[Katie M. @KatieMUN12]

In my opinion, artists alike Ray Charles may use a breaking voice to make their "brand" unique, rememberable, and simply enjoyable to listen or sing along to. However, these breaks seem to strategically placed in songs that are upbeat, giving listeners a vibe to dance. #MUS2011

[Katie M. @KatieMUN12]

@DavidPi08443483 This is an interesting thread/opinion, David! I did not consider the fact that voice cracks could impact the theme, because I was focusing more on the appeal/uniqueness of voice cracks in certain songs to aid in their popularity. Charles certainly reflects this within his song!

[Katie M. @KatieMUN12]

@kaileyalana7 Exactly! I feel as if this technique was passed down to many different artists, and is greatly expressed in today's music. Nick Jonas's "Jealous" contains purposely composed voice cracks similar to Charles's, giving the same catchy effect, and allowed for distinctiveness.#MUS2011

[Katie M. @KatieMUN12]

@kaileyalana7 Exactly! We used to be quite limited to what music we could listen to at a given time. Example, the Walkman! One CD at a time. Apple Music allows us to listen to multiple genres/artists in the span of five minutes if desired. We can broaden our music taste instantly. @MUS2011

[Katie M. @KatieMUN12]

Apple's iPhone is equip with access to Apple Music (a music subscription app). This allows for individuals to experiment with different genres of music, without investing a great amount of money to purchase new songs. Thus enabling growth towards personal identity. #MUS2011

[Katie M. @KatieMUN12]

@ZacharyNash7 Yes! Due to this, I believe it influences our society to tend to be somewhat "passive". Instead of taking initiative/living "actively" and broadening our music taste to what we individually prefer, we allow ourselves to be influenced by the industry due to popularity. #MUS2011

[Katie M. @KatieMUN12]

The media industry leads us to believe in the "stereotypical fan" assumed by genre. We prejudge that genres fit certain types of people. Example: when we think of a Country Music fan, our mind assumes a Caucasian male, wearing plaid, who fishes on the weekends. #ItsTrue #MUS2011