As hip hop became mainstream, artists such as Run D.M.C, LL Cool J and the Beastie Boys helped push it even further by merging rap with hard rock music while pushing political ideology through lyrics. Hip hop transcends any assumptions of race-essence that might otherwise arise due to its artistic elements and elements of expression …
Electronic Dance Music (EDM) is an evolving musical genre which utilizes digital instruments and music technology to produce immersive songs. EDM is often considered an upbeat, uplifting genre and has led to several subgenres including dubstep, trap, pop, and alternative R&B. EDM’s roots can be traced back to the early 80s when producers began experimenting …
The press plays an essential role in our culture. It provides us with news of events and helps promote certain products. Pop music has seen a meteoric rise in popularity over the last several years. It’s generally easy to listen to and often quite catchy. Definition Pop music, popular since the 1950s, is characterized by …
Reggae music was born out of Jamaica’s cultural hybridity and quickly gained notoriety as a powerful voice for oppressed individuals. Roots reggae was heavily influenced by rocksteady and ska, yet it also developed its own distinct style. Songs often carried Rastafarian messages that spoke to the country’s racial heritage as well as political issues of …