Hey guys,
Can we use music to think about our activism? In our study of different activist movements and acts of civil disobedience, I want you to consider current musicians who also have a message to their songs, to think about if their art and activism are connected.
Read this article about Kendrick Lamar's performance at the Grammys in February: http://www.theguardian.com/music/2016/feb/15/kendrick-lamar-grammys-2016-awards-political-performance-blacker-berry
Then, spend some time thinking about it. You may discuss the article with a classmate before you answer, and may also listen to the songs discussed in the article, as long as the substitute does not mind. OR you can also use headphones to listen quietly to the music as you respond.
Questions you should respond to, in the comments below:
1) What's a big idea that you get from reading this article about Kendrick Lamar?
2) Do you think that music can be a form of activism? If so, can you name an example of a song that inspired/s a movement? If not, why not?
3) What was Lamar's message with this performance? How can you connect it to something else we've studied in class?
4) Have you heard his new album yet? What's your first impression or ideas about this music?
5) What kind of issues would you want to talk about if you were to write a political or activist song?
Email or have the founders text me if there's an issue. See you on Wednesday!
Cheers,
Ms. Lauren
