'Good' is based on opinion, but to a point there is a greater cultural standard. Who determines that? Not the consumer, IMO. Thus:
"The only objective measure is record sales"
I am surprised Mapman, I usually end up agreeing with you. I think you might have your scenario reversed. Popularity with the masses seems to generally mean profound mediocrity, with certain rare exceptions. Doesn't the lowest common denominator usually win out in popular circles? Is this even in dispute anymore?
My comments about rap have nothing to do with either morality or a past vs present argument. I am just sick of that monotonous beat with an ignoran perspective on life droning on top of it. It seems unimaginative in the extreme.
"The only objective measure is record sales"
I am surprised Mapman, I usually end up agreeing with you. I think you might have your scenario reversed. Popularity with the masses seems to generally mean profound mediocrity, with certain rare exceptions. Doesn't the lowest common denominator usually win out in popular circles? Is this even in dispute anymore?
My comments about rap have nothing to do with either morality or a past vs present argument. I am just sick of that monotonous beat with an ignoran perspective on life droning on top of it. It seems unimaginative in the extreme.