PROMPT: Examine the role and impact of industrial soundscapes in
contemporary composition through an in-depth exploration. Research how raw,
mechanical textures of industrial environments have permeated modern musical
compositions across various genres and styles. Investigate the ways in which
artists harness industrial elements to craft evocative sonic landscapes that
challenge conventional notions of melody, rhythm, and harmony. Examine the
cultural, social, and technological contexts driving the incorporation of
industrial aesthetics into contemporary music production. Analyze specific
examples of innovative sonic experimentation and collaboration within the realm
of industrial-inspired music, and consider the broader implications for the
future of sonic expression in the digital age.
START WITH: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Industrial_music
Included is: Sonic Experience: A Guide to Everyday Sounds – Jean-François
Augoyard
Please use in research.
Also, research in the group “Kraftwerk”, look for academic
journals.
Example: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/00108367221098488
I will include a research paper you may be able to pull
sources from. Do not copy.
Look for academic journals sourcing the importance of industrial sounds as a part of the sonic landscape. Reference bands such as The Velvet Underground, Lou Reed’s Metal Machine Music, Nine Inch Nails, and any other contemporary music using the industrial or sonic soundscape.