Many were starting to use computerized synthesizers & drum…
“Many were starting to use computerized synthesizers & drum machines to produce an entirely new style of music. It was being punted by the critics that the guitar was old hat; I was reminded of the way my father & his clarinets were written off in the late Fifties.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Technological change often faces resistance, echoing past dismissals of new instruments.
In simple terms: New tech meets old bias.
Embrace innovation despite criticism.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- studio production
- live performance
- genre blending
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What modern tools face similar skepticism?
- How can artists stay open to new sounds?
Resistance can stifle creativity if not challenged.