An Aesthetics of (Popular) Music Radio.

  • Published In: Journal of Aesthetics & Art Criticism, 2023, v. 81, n. 3. P. 330 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Meskin, Aaron 3 of 3

Abstract

An essay is presented which explores the aesthetics of popular music radio stations and programs. Topics discussed include the reported impact of digital media on terrestrial radio broadcasting, the role of radio disc jockeys (DJ) as both performer and curator, the structure of the radio show "Theme Time Radio Hour," hosted by singer-songwriter Bob Dylan which aired from 2006 to 2009, the musicians that served as radio DJ such as Jarvis Cocker, Iggy Pop, and Cerys Matthews, and the way radio programs provide educational information on songs to their audience.

Additional Information

  • Source:Journal of Aesthetics & Art Criticism. 2023/09, Vol. 81, Issue 3, p330
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:0021-8529
  • DOI:10.1093/jaac/kpad032
  • Accession Number:174783991

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