20th century rock criticism Music journalism



us music writer robert christgau, 1 of first rock critics in 1960s


music writers started treating pop , rock music in 1964 after breakthrough of beatles... . 1 of music magazines in britain, melody maker, complained in 1967 how newspapers , magazines continually hammering [i.e., attacking] pop music . melody maker magazine advocated new forms of pop music of late 1960s. 1999, quality press regularly carrying reviews of popular music gigs , albums , had key role in keeping pop in public eye. more pop music critics began writing, had effect of legitimating pop art form ; result, newspaper coverage shifted towards pop music rather pop social phenomenon .


in world of pop music criticism, there has tended quick turnover. pop music industry expects particular rock critic disappear popular view within 5 years; in contrast, stars of rock criticism more have long careers book contracts, featured columns, , editorial , staff positions @ magazines , newspapers. critic robert christgau originator of consumer guide approach pop music reviews , approach writing pop recording reviews designed consumers decide whether buy new album.


in realm of rock music, in of classical music, critics have not been respected subjects. frank zappa declared that, rock journalism people can t write, interviewing people can t talk, people can t read. in guns n roses song in ring , axl rose verbally attacked critics gave band negative reviews because of actions on stage; such critics andy secher, mick wall , bob guccione jr. mentioned name.








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