Influences on Music Style

As I pointed out in the video I feel that urban culture can be interpreted in different ways and is up for different opinions and criticism. However I was able to identify the conventions of urban culture and how it may impact on a style.

Location: I felt that urban location was usually something or where that has been slightly worn down and does not signify wealth or maintenance but necessarily run down and grimy. An Urban location could simply be in the suburbs, local estate, warehouses or rooftops. I believe they represent a middle social class and how they enjoy life without luxuries which is a positive outlook on life.

Fashion: I feel this can spread across a large area, urban culture fashion usually associates itself with either the retro and or old school look in the 80’s, it can vary. I believe fashion sense depends on the area the person may live within an urban culture. Some may think bright and retro colours are more urban but some may think darker and warmer colours are, or sometimes lots of denim or leather. However the fashion sense of an urban culture is constantly changing as the creativities are always embracing different clothing.

Activities: of those in an urban culture are also very broad but they range over skill and creativity. However there are some very conventional hobbies and activities the urban culture are known for, such as dance, skateboarding, photography, graphics and music. I feel these are the more conventional hobbies/ activities as there are no boundaries and people are free to express themselves in any shape or form.