In a message dated 06/27/2001 12:40:56 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
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Re: Rap uh ... stinks. NJC
I agree wholeheartedly with Blair. There is a lot I don't like about
some rap artists and the message that is being heard by impressionable ears.
But what I like to do is listen to some of the intricate rhythms that are
being put out. Rhythm is as much a part of music as melody and harmony. A
good example is Missy Elliot (who is from my hometown of Portsmouth,
Virginia). In her latest song, she purposely uses an eastern influence and if
I have my instruments correct, the main instrument used is a Sitar(sp?). I
find this very interesting. I also find "Avant Garde" music and jazz
interesting as well. No one will like every genre of music, but it is nice to
try to keep as open a mind as possible to all of the styles of music that are
out there and respect the fact that someone might like a style of music that
you do not.
My friend, Elisa, and I laugh about the fact that she thinks Yanni is the
greatest thing since sliced bread and I would rather be tortured than listen
to his music. It is very mundane and uncreative in my eyes, but for her, it
is relaxing and uplifting. We are not going to change each other's minds, so
we laugh about it. Viva la difference! I just expect music and musicians to
be as creative as they can no matter what the genre, and I appreciate it when
I hear that creativity. Being a musician makes me a little more picky. Even
though James Hetfield(sp?) scares me a little sometimes, I am a big fan of
Metallica, Alicia Keys, Jill Scott, Matchbox 20, Dave Koz, Wasim Diop, Bela
Fleck and the Flecktones, etc..,and of course, all things Joni.
If anyone gets the "Ovation" channel and is able to catch George Martin's
three part series on "Melody, Rhythm, and Harmony," it would be well worth
your time. George Martin is one of the most awesome producers in the business
today, and if I am correct, produced the Beatles during their early years.
Hearing what he has to say on the three elements of music will deepen your
appreciate for music in general and will definitely make you love Joni all
the more.
Sherelle
