EDM, viral music, pop, experimental Flashcards
How did EDM evolve in the 2000s? Explain.
The subgenre Dubstep became ubiquitous in North America. In Dubstep, the DJ became more of a public figure and star.
What are the typical musical characteristics of dubstep?
Still very producer and techno oriented, but emphasis on process music: small changes over time to layers. It also utilizes the beat drop.
How was EDM and dubstep brought into the mainstream?
Through collaborations with pop stars.
Who are the Halluci Nation? Describe what they are known for.
They are an Ottawa due whose goal is to mix Indigenous traditional music with EDM in an attempt to modernize First Nations traditions (rather than seen them as a relic of the past).
Describe the musical style of Halluci Nation.
They use technology with traditional Indigenous music and with samples from archival material.
Explain how viral music came to be.
In 2013, Billboard started tweaking its formulas by adding Youtube views in its chart figures, then digital streams and downloads. This allowed artists outside the West and non-English-speaking artists to enjoy worldwide success
Give two early examples of viral music.
Gangnam style and Harlem Shake
What 2 factors led to the success of K-Pop worldwide?
The rise of social media and the South Korean government’s financial support for cultural export and popular music.
How can the K-Pop phenomenon be related to the boy/girl group phenomenon of the 90s and early 2000s?
It is very similar, but there is a key difference in that nowadays the groups mainly use social media to build their following.
Describe the musical style of Lady Gaga.
Her musical style blends elements of electro-pop and disco, with typically memorable choruses.
Describe the musical style of Lizzo.
She first began as a rapper, then started to use more soul vocal tecehniques. She is now more pop and disco-influenced. She tends to blend many genres of the past together.
Describe the musical style of Billie Eilish.
Her musical style is influenced by goth/synth pop. Main influences include the Second British Invasion, but the darker side, and mid-90s laternative rock.
Name the 2 Canadian pop artists discussed.
Backxwash and Tanya Tagaq
Describe the musical style of Backxwash.
“Horrorcore”, blending hip hop vocals and production with elements of heavy metal and post-rock.
Describe the musical style of Tanya Tagaq
Blends throat singing with experimental electronic production.
