Death Metal and Music Criticism: Analysis at the Limits

Death Metal and Music Criticism: Analysis at the Limits. By Michelle Phillipov. pp. xx + 158. (Lexington Books, Lanham, MD, 2012.95. ISBN 978-0-7391-6461-7.)   Abstract Michelle Phillipov challenges the tendency of popular music studies to focus on questions of a political nature. The first half of the book is a thorough critique of ‘The Rise … Read more

Death Metal and Music Criticism: Analysis at the Limits

Abstract Michelle Phillipov challenges the tendency of popular music studies to focus on questions of a political nature. The first half of the book is a thorough critique of ‘The Rise of Political Criticism’ in popular music studies with three individual chapters dedicated to case studies of punk, hip-hop, and electronic dance music (EDM). Although … Read more

From Four or Five Pro DJ’s to Inumerable – How the July 1977 “Summer of Sam” Blackout in NYC contributed mightily to the sudden rise of Hip-Hop

Abstract Thousands of looters on Broadway. KRS One: “I’m bugging out because church-going, upstanding citizens, the ones you know are teachers and doctors and ‘in the community’ – they are now reduced to looters, thieves and rioters.” When there is no light, man is reduced to animal.   Content 3:10 into video “You couldn’t just … Read more

Sage of Quay™ – Mike Williams – The Jewish Roots of Beatlemania (July 2021)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=njV9EpPe9QY               CGPT The Jewish roots of Beatlemania primarily lie in the cultural and historical context of the time, rather than direct religious or ethnic connections to Judaism. However, there are some notable Jewish figures and influences associated with the Beatles and the phenomenon of Beatlemania: 1. **Brian Epstein**: … Read more

“Pay-To-Survive” Autopilot, Digital-IDs, CBDCs, end of autonomy, privacy, life

Message to Lilly, from insurance/bankster, revealing programs, agendae already underway — Insurance for old cars to be ceased; forcing acquisition of new cars, electric/digital-cars.  Loaded with microwaves, internet connectivity, tracking, monitoring, authentications unending, full remote control. Autopilot safety will be higher for those paying more. Battery tax, based on watt hours per kilogram. 6:39 in … Read more