Popular culture in Africa is part of daily life. It is largely informal and non-canonical. But its uniqueness, dynamism and authenticity make it distinctive. Here are a few ways to learn more about it. Continue reading to find out more about Highlife, Griot, and Djely mousso.
Documentaries on African Dance
Documentaries about African dance are a great way for you to learn more about these dances. These films often explore the history, culture, and origins of African dances. Some films explore dances from Africa in different settings. One documentary tells the story of a dance festival in the Swahili coast. Another looks at the world of a dancer in Sierra Leone.
Highlife music
Highlife music originated from West Africa and is now a very popular form of African music. It started in the cities and spread to the country after World War II. At the time, the genre was played mostly by guitar bands. E.K., one of the most recognizable solo artists and groups was one of these. Nyame was a highlife recording artist who produced over 400 recordings.
Griot music
Griot music refers to a traditional African music. It is a form of popular music that is played using a traditional instrument (often a Harp). The music is rhythmic, and often performed by groups. Popular music began to be explored in the 1960s. Acoustic and electro ensembles introduced folk music to their repertoires. Koo Nimo in Ghana, Francis Bebey from Cameroons, S. G. Rogie in Sierra Leone are just a few examples. Popular music has also been produced by artists like Toumani Dibata from Mali, who uses both western instruments and griot instruments.
Djely mousso
Djely Mousso music is very popular in many African countries. The music is rooted in the tradition of the indigenous "griot" families. The song is particularly popular among urban Flytaal youth.
Musicals
African pop culture musicals are a big business on the continent. Fela’s Republic & the Kalakuta Queens - a musical about the legendary Fela and the band he formed - is the top-selling musical in Africa. This production has been shown across the continent, including in Lagos, Cairo, and Pretoria.
Masks
The many uses of masks in African popular cultures are numerous. While they are usually made of wood, some masks can also be made from lighter stones like steatite. They can also be made from metals like copper, and some are painted. Others are colored or infused with natural pigments. They are also decorated with ornaments, such as animal hair for the beard or straw for the brows.
Stories
Stories of African Popular Culture explores both the contradictions of African popular cultures. This volume includes topics ranging from popular literature to oral tradition to film, music, and dance. Popular culture is both localized and global in Africa, and includes both foreign and native elements.
FAQ
What are some examples of pop culture in today's world?
Pop Culture is the 21st century's art form. It includes all types of entertainment including music, film TV, videogames, fashion and advertising. Neil Postman, an author, coined the term "pop" in his 1985 book Amusing Ourselves. Pop was a method of mass communication using cheap tricks and formulaic techniques to create an illusion that spontaneity and uniqueness.
However, he said that most people don’t enjoy true enjoyment because their culture has conditioned them to want media experiences that make it seem superior to others. He also argued that cultural expression has contributed to the decline in critical thinking skills among young adults.
Pop culture is also known as consumerism or popular culture.
How can we avoid falling prey to the temptations of pop culture?
We must first recognize when pop music is influencing our lives. It is important to recognize when pop culture influences us. Then, it is crucial that we do not allow ourselves to be influenced. Here are some ways to stay clear of bad influences.
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Avoid watching Game Of Thrones and other violent shows.
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Don't spend time surfing the Internet. Instead, learn from books.
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Watch less television. Spend your free time on healthy activities.
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Make sure you are careful what you post online. You can't delete comments after they have been posted.
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Verify that the websites you visit contain security measures. Before you submit personal information, make sure they are checked.
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Do not be compelled to do anything that could endanger your safety.
If you see yourself becoming addicted to pop culture, talk to an adult who will help you. You can reach out to your local library or National Center For Missing &exploited Children (1 800-THE LOST).
What examples of pop culture are there in 2020?
The music industry is evolving rapidly. We saw artists like Travis Scott and Post Malone reach number 1 on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. This was an unprecedented achievement for any artist.
The same holds true for streaming services. Spotify reported that they streamed 10 billion hours of audio content in the last year. This is 5x the amount of audio content Spotify users listen to today, compared to just five year ago.
This has led to a dramatic shift in how media is consumed. The majority of people now spend their time reading content, rather than creating it.
Today everyone from toddlers to retirees has access to a device capable of playing back high-quality audio content. This allows anyone to record, edit and mix their music.
You don't have to go to school to learn classical instrumentation in order to play your favorite songs. You can download an app, add voice and upload to YouTube.
You don't have to be a musician, but you can watch others make it. You will find many channels dedicated to creating videos of songs from covers to parodies.
What can pop culture teach us about ourselves?
Modern society places more emphasis on material possessions than other things. This is especially true with young people. They spend hours daily looking at screens. They look at screens and watch videos, as well as play video games and surf the Internet. They are distracted from their schoolwork by all of these distractions. They end up failing classes as a result.
We live in a world where everyone wants to fit in. That means being popular. Popularity hinges on having money, clothing, and other possessions. This makes it easy for some people to do wrong.
We are too dependent upon technology. We have all the information we need thanks to technology. Unfortunately, not everything is accurate. There are many false rumors floating around the Internet. These rumors spread quickly as people share them via social media. It's easy to post something without checking whether it's true.
People have lost the ability to think critically. They believe what they see online. They believe what they see on TV and in magazines. They stop thinking for themselves. Instead, they follow the crowd.
We lose control over our lives when we rely upon others to tell the truth. Pop culture teaches that we should depend on other people. It can also lead to lazy people. While the truth is often out there, we don't always know it.
How did pop culture come to be?
It was an accident. It was an accident. The first song was accidentally written when someone knocked over the piano while playing on New Year's Eve 1920.
The recording company liked the song and decided to release it single.
This was the first single to be recorded.
Pop music has been the most popular form today of musical entertainment.
Is Tik Tok pop culture?
Yes, it is! This is not only for teenagers. You can share these videos with your friends to express yourself, show off, or just for fun.
More than 200 million people use the app every day all over the globe. Each day, the number of users grows by millions.
TikTok is a great way for brands to connect and create meaningful relationships with consumers.
Many influencers have established huge followings on TikTok. These creators create original content which engages audiences around the globe.
Don't wait! Here are four methods to capitalize on this trend.
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Create viral content
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Engage Influencers
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Use Visuals Effectively
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Be Creative With Your Audience
What examples of pop culture are there in 2021?
Two hijacked airplanes from terrorists crashed into New York City's twin towers on the 11th September 2001. 9/11 would be the name of this day.
The events of that day have influenced popular culture today. We can see many ways the event has influenced lives.
Television shows and movies such 24 are examples. United 93 tells the story behind what happened on the flight to Los Angeles from Boston on September 11. Dexter Filkins' book The Forever War is also included.
We all remember where we were when we first heard about the attacks. Some people got out of bed and went outside; others watched the TV or read newspapers.
Pop culture is constantly changing. Pop culture is a reflection of society and an inspiration. How will popular culture change next year? We don't know yet. All we know is that it will be different than it was before.
Statistics
- For example, the term hater meaning someone who strongly undermines or criticizes others, often due to pathetic jealousy, likely emerged from hip hop culture, such as the term playa hateras, used by influential rapper Biggie Smalls as early as 1995. (simplicable.com)
- Latinos represent roughly 19% of the U.S. population. (npr.org)
- [17][18][19]Definition[edit]According to author John Storey, there are various definitions of popular culture. (en.wikipedia.org)
- According to CNBC.com, “more than 70% of the film's revenue came from countries outside the US” (https://www.cnbc.com/2019/01/08/aqua...nal-sales.html, ret. 8/18/19). (socialsci.libretexts.org)
- In 1987, US films captured 56% of the European film market. (socialsci.libretexts.org)
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How To
What is the popular culture that you can access using media technology?
It's all around us: popular culture. It is everywhere.
Popular culture influences our lives. Our lives are influenced greatly by what we read in magazines, listen to on radio, and hear at concerts. We watch TV series, play video games, go shopping, hang out with friends, attend parties, meet people online, and spend time surfing the Internet.
However, just because something is popular does not mean that it is good for business.
Media technologies are here to help. They offer tools that enable us to connect with consumers and access popular culture.
You can use media technologies to:
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Content about products and/or services
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Engage fans with your favorite actors, authors, and musicians
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Promote brands and businesses
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Advertisement
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Track consumer trends
You need to be familiarized with popular culture if you want to grow brand awareness, get more customers, generate leads or increase customer loyalty. You can do this through media technologies.