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I agree that there is more crap now than ever. Music production software being available to basically everyone, along with platforms for their music to be relea

I agree that there is more crap now than ever. Music production software being available to basically everyone, along with platforms for their music to be released, has allowed even the most basic first song someone tries to sing to be viewed by anyone. But is that a bad thing? Some of these small artists eventually turn into super talented industry giants, and it's so motivating for kids to believe that they can be one of those people no matter who they are! If there is more crap out there that's alright with me, it means artists are being given the opportunity to at least try.

sonnyblarney 8y ago
Who are these super huge amazing artists full of talent? I can't think of any really. Because of all the crap - the 'talent' is now gone into show, entertainment, visuals etc, not anything remotely musical. Example: When Justin Bieber was young, his producer/backer Usher hired him a 'swagger coach' - to teach him how to be cool. Effectively - how to walk, talk, be chill. So Bieber honed is 'swagger' instead of honing any kind of musicianship, creativity or otherwise. Kids unfortunately don't want to be 'music stars' so much as they just want to be famous. 'Rapper/Musician' is just another form of Instagram star. Kanye is not that different from Kardashian. (FYI I do think Kanye is actually talented, and I also begrudgingly respect Kardashian's entertainment sensibilities). When Ariana Grande was 13 she walked into the label's office and told them she wanted to be a famous worldwide. And yes - there is actually a lot of innovation in production - production is now where a lot of the 'art' is as the producer matters more than anything else these days. The saddest part is that it's nary impossible for a 'good group' to make a decent living, or maybe to earn a nice buck for retirement because of course life is short for musicians. A few of them in the zeitgeist, but that's about it. Oh - a 'big name talent' I can think of is Bruno Mars. I thought his music was ridiculous until I saw them at the super bowl and was very impressed, looking into his background it's clear these guys are super talented, though fairly commercial as well. Low barriers + Commercialism have benefits: notably broader access and also the money/backing to do stuff. But they have really taken over and it's a problem sadly.

sonnyblarney 8y ago

Who are these super huge amazing artists full of talent? I can't think of any really. Because of all the crap - the 'talent' is now gone into show, entertainment, visuals etc, not anything remotely musical. Example: When Justin Bieber was young, his producer/backer Usher hired him a 'swagger coach' - to teach him how to be cool. Effectively - how to walk, talk, be chill. So Bieber honed is 'swagger' instead of honing any kind of musicianship, creativity or otherwise. Kids unfortunately don't want to be 'music stars' so much as they just want to be famous. 'Rapper/Musician' is just another form of Instagram star. Kanye is not that different from Kardashian. (FYI I do think Kanye is actually talented, and I also begrudgingly respect Kardashian's entertainment sensibilities). When Ariana Grande was 13 she walked into the label's office and told them she wanted to be a famous worldwide. And yes - there is actually a lot of innovation in production - production is now where a lot of the 'art' is as the producer matters more than anything else these days. The saddest part is that it's nary impossible for a 'good group' to make a decent living, or maybe to earn a nice buck for retirement because of course life is short for musicians. A few of them in the zeitgeist, but that's about it. Oh - a 'big name talent' I can think of is Bruno Mars. I thought his music was ridiculous until I saw them at the super bowl and was very impressed, looking into his background it's clear these guys are super talented, though fairly commercial as well. Low barriers + Commercialism have benefits: notably broader access and also the money/backing to do stuff. But they have really taken over and it's a problem sadly.