Thursday, February 28, 2008
Scratching the surface of Country
While in California, I spoke with my dad about how country music was a final frontier for me in a life that (I like to think) pursues an interest in all sorts of artistic expression. When I entered young adulthood, one thing that was made anathema to me by my peers was any sort of enjoyment of country music. Looking back, I suppose the reaction was mainly against the country music of the 90's, but I know that the blacklist moved beyond that.
As for so many people, Johnny Cash has proven to be my doorway into this world of music. I am still in the entryway, for I have done so little exploring.
There is a difference in culture. I grew up in a suburban environment completely away from the rural flavor and beer swilling culture depicted in the music. But the more one listens to any music, it's the universal elements that begin to rise to the top.
Since entering the door with Cash, names such as Haggard, Williams, Dixie Chicks and Harris have been added to my collection. And Gram Parson's music has become a love of mine. I think it is only the beginning, since there is so much left for me to experience.
As for so many people, Johnny Cash has proven to be my doorway into this world of music. I am still in the entryway, for I have done so little exploring.
There is a difference in culture. I grew up in a suburban environment completely away from the rural flavor and beer swilling culture depicted in the music. But the more one listens to any music, it's the universal elements that begin to rise to the top.
Since entering the door with Cash, names such as Haggard, Williams, Dixie Chicks and Harris have been added to my collection. And Gram Parson's music has become a love of mine. I think it is only the beginning, since there is so much left for me to experience.
# posted by Unknown @ 5:20 PM 
