I think I was annoyed going through the '90s just as a guy…
“I think I was annoyed going through the '90s just as a guy who loves music. There wasn't a lot of music for me. Everything was groove driven. We lost the plot with the melody. There's no more melody.”
About This Quote
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The 1990s music scene lacked melodic depth, focusing on rhythm over tune, leading to a loss of melodic richness.
In simple terms: 90s music prioritized groove over melody.
Seek and create music with strong melodic lines.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- songwriting workshops
- music education
- playlist curation
- concert programming
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What can artists do to revive melody?
- How does melody affect listener emotion?
Commercial pressures can favor trends over artistic depth.