Ryan Michael Critch

[Ryan Michael Critch @rmcritch_mun]

#W23POPMUS Debate continues over the need to enforce a quota of Canadian content, with some arguing it supports Canadian culture. In contrast, others say it limits artistic freedom and may not be necessary for today's media landscape.

[Ryan Michael Critch @rmcritch_mun]

#W23POPMUS Wald's assessment of the current preference for recorded music over live performances may still hold true for many pop fans today. However, new technologies like auto-tune and sampling have likely impacted the way people perceive and consume live bands.

[Ryan Michael Critch @rmcritch_mun]

#W23POPMUS I think it is called "Shlock" because the music is changed, not because the artist is white and appeals to a teen audience. The music shouldn't be dismissed because it can be valued by the difference in voice and lyrics.

[Ryan Michael Critch @rmcritch_mun]

#W23POPMUS I believe Ray Charles used a breaking voice to show true emotion in his words and to also reach another level in his vocals. It puts more feeling into the song making the listeners enjoy it more.

[Ryan Michael Critch @rmcritch_mun]

#W23POPMUS Recently developed listening technologies such as the beats by Dre headphones and AirPods for example, have been viewed as high class in social status ever since they were produced. These products have also made it easier to listen to music.

[Ryan Michael Critch @rmcritch_mun]

#W23POPMUS Popular music has created false needs for luxury items and popularity. I believe that it propagates a dumbed-down form of music.