October 06, 2004

Death By Country

i've heard it before, i've almost certainly said it before -- country music makes me want to kill myself -- and thanks to clive thompson's post does country music cause suicide? where he adds his typical amusing commentary to this year's ignobel award winning paper.

i should note, however, that it does mention that new country is far less depressing than the older stuff. of course that could be because more guys (and gals i suppose) would be more willing to kill for the likes of shania twain or faith hill, but i digress.

Posted by ac at October 6, 2004 09:33 AM

Comments

I think country is far less depressing than it used to be because it is combining more elements of pop/rock and other musical styles to jazz it up. I think this new sound and style appeals to a broader range of people as attested to the larger number of country songs hitting the pop charts.

Posted by: FromMe2U at October 6, 2004 11:16 AM