Sunday, September 15, 2013

Can we have a modern day woodstock? Olivia Ludwig



 

            At first this article caught my attention because I found it very relatable.  I agree that this generation would have an amazing time putting together the next Woodstock.  Music is very important to this generation, and I think that shows through all the genres we have today.  For example, there’s country, there’s rock, rap, hip hop, R&B, pop, alternative and much more.  As the article continues on it talks about why it is not possible to have another one of these huge music festivals.  The reasons seem pretty plausible; young adults these days don’t have much time for recreational actives due to standardize testing and also due to the fact that no famous artist would do any of this for free.  They are way too consumed now with status and money that they would never perform free without any recognition.  But as the article goes on, it really starts bashing today’s music.  I thought the point of the article was to celebrate music, not knock it down? It is offensive to some people, like me, who enjoy all genres and enjoy the variety in the culture of music.

1 comment:

  1. Woodstock was a peak in the 60's especially for the Hippy movement, "Come for three days of Peace and Music" and it was the hippy movement that funded the concert. There isn't a big movement out there that is supported by youth and musicians. And while other music was around at the time, Rock was new, and a lot of kids listened it because it was popular and rebellious, and also spread a message. We, as a generation lack that. It isn't just the music that's lacking, it's also the collective will of the generation.

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