What does Smith-Lahrman mean when he says that Rock n’ Roll is socially constructed?
Smith – Lahrman thinks that Rock n’ Roll is a deviant kind of art form, and it is meant to be provocative. He thinks societal factors like race and cultural exchange are playing a big role in Rock n’ Roll
development. Smith – Lahrman think that Rock n’ Roll is a means for people to create a reality, an approach that emphasizes the role of hum perception and social interaction in shaping what is considered true or important. The Rock n’ Roll development can be seen as a reflection of changing social dynamics and a medium through which various societal groups have expressed their identity and struggles. This opinion shows that music industries and genres are not only shaped by artistic impulses, but also influenced by the larger social, cultural, and economic. What theoretical perspective from sociology (see Chapter 1 of your textbook for suggestions) is most evident in his discussions of the goals of the music industry?
The theoretical perspective from sociology is most evident in his discussions of the goals of the music industry would be conflict theory. The conflict that Smith – Larman is saying that the musicians, especially those who want to maintain artistic integrity or expressing counterculture ideas, always find they are in a conflict relationship with the industry. Musicians need the industry to support their music, but at the same time, they do not want the music to be fully commercialized. The tension between industry and musicians also highlights a broader social conflict between commercial interests and artistic
authenticity.
