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I'm interested in how the internet has changed the way that artists, writers and musicians interact with their audience and how social media platforms, like bandcamp have created a new form of personal narrative through accessibility and transparency. Technology has made it possible for art to be instantaneously shared, accessed and responded to (commented on) by consumers. Today, many artists would rather release a smaller output of music more frequently, for example an EP every few months rather than a full length album every year. Songs are also typically shorter. I think this format improves the narrative experience as it naturally interactive as well as encourages artists to take their time. Transparency is an equally important element to this genre, which embraces vulnerability or “baring one’s soul” to the world. I think this is currently pushing literature/ music to be involved, personal and original than it ever has been—look up Frankie Cosmos. Lastly, I think that process of discovery is also unique to this form. As Hayles refers to it, sifting through the “drivel”, I believe that doing this can sometimes be very gratifying when you discover a writer or band who moves/ inspires you.
--AG
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