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"PERCEPTION OF WORLDVIEWS"

Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?

We drove up to New Hampshire two summers ago and I made the mistake of stopping for gas in Mass.  We had been driving for maybe 14-15 hours and I just jumped out the car to run in and pay. I grabbed a few sodas, dropped them on the counter, and told the lady we needed to fill up but then realized I left my wallet in the center console or the car. Undoubtedly this lady was just having a horrible day because she proceeded to tell me how she couldn’t stand tourist, especially ignorant southern tourists… I guess the way I sad “So sorry, let me run back and grab my wallet. We’ve been driving forever” sounded a little too country and rude to her. There wasn’t a single customer in the store and it just caught me off guard that her first reaction was to go after the fact I was an ignorant “southern” tourist.

2.) Were you satisfied with the way you reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.)

Explain:

I responded kind of rudely to her which probably wasn’t the most mature thing to do but she flipped out over what would have been a 45 second sprint to the car. I told her since she wanted to be a jerk about it, that’ll we’ll buy our stuff elsewhere and that she could do her job and put my stuff back up for me.

3.) What is your reaction to what the artists are describing as "racism in the music industry?"

- What did you find interesting or disturbing?

- How does

Explain:

The first girl talked about how they wanted her to “forget” her native language because it makes people feel uncomfortable. That right there is a little disturbing. Music is a way of expression. You shouldn’t be asked to change who you are within your own form of art just to please others. They talked about just putting their opinions out there is hard in itself because music artists depend on the public to gain attention and recognitions so it’s a slippery slope.

4.) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."

(Think about artists and producers in the U.S. too - Jay-Z)

I think that statement is a stereotype that needs to be done away with because that just harbors racism and allows it to keep going. Clearly not every famous musician is white. Not ever producer is white. Jay-Z is a perfect example. That guy is a leader in the hiphop world. He has his own record label, has his own music which is insanely popular, is MARRIED to one of the most well known black artists in the world, and even has his own sports agency. Talk about not fitting that “stereotype”.

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (definition below)

* Cultural assimilation is the process by which a person or a group's language

(could be the language of music) and/or culture come to resemble those of another group.

Be who you are no matter what. There is an audience for every type of music out there. Everything goes through its own phase. Rock is insanely popular and then the next summer it could seem as if all the attention and momentum is in the rap world. Eventually, as long as you’re fighting and standing up for what you believe in, your product will reach it’s intended audience.

5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of your culture. (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H6bxgfTa1jA

Look at My Dab – Migos

What’s more of an example of our culture right now than this song? Everyone knows what dabbing is. So catchy and is a perfect periscope view into the college culture. If one Cam could have pulled out the win.

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"PERCEPTION OF WORLDVIEWS"
Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?
When I was growing up the kids in the next town over roll down their car windows and yell racial and homophobic slurs to people walking in the street, as they were driving by.  I was never in the car when it happened but I would hear it.

2.) Were you satisfied with the way your reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.)

I would get upset because I could never tell them how wrong  that was to do because they would be in a car and driving away.  It really annoyed me that people even think that's okay to do especially for their entertainment.  I wish they weren't in a car and could get away so quickly because I definitely would have said something to them.

Explain:

* LISTEN the interview link below from the "NOW" magazine;
"3 artists call out racism in Toronto's music scene,"

http://www.cbc.ca/radio/q/schedule-for-thursday-january-28-2016-1.3423368/3-artists-call-out-racism-in-toronto-s-music-scene-1.3423383

3.) What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"
I just think it's interesting that they are being asked to change song titles and their band's name because they don't think it will appeal to the audiences. I just don't think it's fair to have artists have to basically change their identity because the producers don't understand it.  I think they should be more open.

- What did you find interesting or disturbing?
I found it interesting how one of the artists said that they felt like they would be in a way disregarding and losing their background and culture.  I also found it interesting that this is happening in Canada because I thought that Canada was more accepting.

- How does
Explain:

4.) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."
(Think about artists and producers in the U.S. too - Jay-Z)

I don't agree with this statement because there are many people who aren't white in the music industry that have a lot of money and are very successful.

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (definition below)
I think they should keep their names and sound and not lose their culture.  Maybe talk to their producers and come up with a happy medium that doesn't involve them losing any of their original sounds or name but they could maybe come up with a compromise.

* Cultural assimilation is the process by which a person or a group's language
(could be the language of music) and/or culture come to resemble those of another group.

5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of your culture. (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!

To link the YouTube video simply:
- Just cut and paste the link into this textbox
- Click on the end of the URL address press ENTER to activate it and it will turn blue

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T2hPhILxez8   (What's going on - AIDS tribute)

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"PERCEPTION OF WORLDVIEWS"
Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?
My last name is Portuguese, I am fifty percent Portuguese and fifty percent Irish. My skin is not tan unless I lay in the sun for hours. I walked into a doctors office and signed in, twenty minutes later "Jamie" was pronounced in the way that males in Spanish speaking countries. So that receptionist assumed that I was a Brazilian man and called a translator .

2.) Were you satisfied with the way your reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.)
I walked up to her and said now obviously I do not need a translator and you should think before you call out and assume thins.

Explain:
She works in downtown Boston and I'm sure she sees many Jamie Figueiredo's who are Brazilian man but she has no right to think that about.

* LISTEN the interview link below from the "NOW" magazine;
"3 artists call out racism in Toronto's music scene,"

http://www.cbc.ca/radio/q/schedule-for-thursday-january-28-2016-1.3423368/3-artists-call-out-racism-in-toronto-s-music-scene-1.3423383

3.) What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"
From the outside the public does not know what is going behind the doors of the recording studio. They producers are looking for ratings and to create ratings they want the artist to conform.

- What did you find interesting or disturbing?
I found interesting that the first woman was asked to change her song name and her band and that she was asked to change her values of her band. A common ground for all the artists was that the people in the industry did not change but were asking them to switch or explain why they were doing something a certain way, even though it was their culture.
- How does
Explain:
The young rapper (Mischa, I think) who is creating the music about her culture and people stereotype her because of the rapper or the engineer who would not help out because he did not understand what hip hop was and only knew how to set up rock concert
4.) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."
(Think about artists and producers in the U.S. too - Jay-Z)
I do not agree with that statement. The rap industry is a multi-million dollar industry and when a white person like Eminem steps into it he recieves a lot of backlash because he is a white little blonde guy. That is like saying country music can only be white where as there is an array of backgrounds in all of these genres. I think that the artists who are claiming this are the ones who see color more than anyone.

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (definition below)
I dont think they have to assimilate. I think music genres are a thing for a reason. I do not like hard core rock or rap. I do not have to assimilate to them so they do not have to assimilate to me. There are remixes that people love and i think that shows assimilation between cultures. I think its great that there are so many different types of music for all people to listen to.

* Cultural assimilation is the process by which a person or a group's language
(could be the language of music) and/or culture come to resemble those of another group.

5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of your culture. (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JLf9q36UsBk
- Taylor Swift- Are we out of the woods yet, I think we still are looking for a way to get out of the vicious cycle of pain to our peers and looking for a way out and stop it

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"PERCEPTION OF WORLDVIEWS"
Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?

The only prejudice I have observed deals with what I call selective racism. I have grown up in a home that believes that people of different races should not date, marry, or have children. My parents have no issues when interacting with people dissimilar to them, but any instance of interracial dating is greatly looked down upon. Though, the amount distaste varies upon the people being discussed. It seems that the least acceptable pairing is that of a white woman with a black man, regardless of economic stability and happiness this is seen as the white female downgrading to a lower position.

2.) Were you satisfied with the way your reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.)

Typically, when the issue is brought up, I do not really comment, though, I have made efforts to investigate why my parents hold this belief. I do not have regrets as to my actions as what I experience deals with ideologies. My parents may believe something but acting on it, besides trying to instill the same belief in me, never happens.

* LISTEN the interview link below from the "NOW" magazine;
"3 artists call out racism in Toronto's music scene,"

http://www.cbc.ca/radio/q/schedule-for-thursday-january-28-2016-1.3423368/3-artists-call-out-racism-in-toronto-s-music-scene-1.3423383

3.) What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"

Based on what was said, the artists who speak clearly have encountered a form of racism.  But, something that I noticed repeatedly was the statement that Toronto is very diverse. So, that leads to the question as to whether the music industry in the city is what is racist, exclusively. But then, they talk of how certain styles and even a name of a song would be perceived by those that are not necessarily related to the industry. This gives the picture that either racism effects beyond the direct industry (listeners) or that there is some exaggeration to the extent of the racism being dealt. For example, Ian Kamau began speaking of engineers who had no experience with hip hop as rock is the main venue in Toronto and how their lack of knowledge in another style is racist. The show host then mentions a lack of these people valuing hip hop that Kamau goes onto agree with. Could this be a simple misunderstanding or miscommunication by the artist, possibly and quite likely. However, the possibility also remains that his original statement does accurately describe his position. Another statement that struck me was where Casey Mecija relays when a producer asked her to change the name of her song. As much as I agree that she should be able to name her son as she wishes and that its cultural meaning is important, I do understand, in part, where the producer was coming from in his request. Given the foreign name, ultimately radios who would have to announce the song live and the  listeners who may be unfamiliar with the Filipino word, may avoid the song decreasing profits. However, I do not see why a compromise could not have been made where the song received a secondary title like some others have.

4.) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."
(Think about artists and producers in the U.S. too - Jay-Z)

Given a global perspective of the music industry, that statement is grossly inaccurate. There is a multitude of successful artists from all sorts of backgrounds. Their names may not be known worldwide (though many are), they still have achieved great fame over an entire country or region. What I do not know from the article is if this is true in Toronto. It is quite possible that there a number of successful artists from various backgrounds but, those who are seeing trouble in "getting there" are citing instances of racism, that the successful artists also faced, as why they are not making it as they expected.

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (definition below)

Assimilation does not mean you leave off who you are and your roots. It is very possible to tell "black stories," as Michie Mee called them, just as well via rock as it is hip hop. Rock being the dominant medium in Toronto would be what these artists would assimilate to for their sound. Also, language is powerful. You can state something in various ways and still come across with the same gravity and intent that your original statement had.

* Cultural assimilation is the process by which a person or a group's language
(could be the language of music) and/or culture come to resemble those of another group.

5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of your culture. (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!

For this, I picked Home by Gabrielle Aplin. Home is something that has been instilled in me as being quite important. Also, the fact that home more often than not is less a physical place than it is a person, or even a feeling. Knowing who you are and where you come from is also something by culture values, but so is being your own person and establishing a life for yourself. I feel like this song exemplifies each of these pieces.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1pLsb1YMsKE

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PERCEPTION OF WORLDVIEWS"
Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?

One day I was at work and this CCU African-American football player came in. While he was shopping a fan noticed him and asked  him for his autograph. While giving away his autograph another CCU student approached him the fan said wow you have a powerful name so the student who just approached them ask him his name again and he repeated it . Before the fan left out of the store he told the football player with a name like that you will go far and the other CCU student  agreed with the fan. So the football player payed for his things and left the store. As soon as he left the store the CCU student that approached him when he was giving away his autograph stated
" with a name like that he will never be shit".

2.) Were you satisfied with the way your reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.)

SO when the student approached the register I asked him what was his name he told me so got silent then I told him with a name like he will never be shit.  The reaction on his face was priceless then I told his African -American friend that was in the store with him the he needs  to reconsider some of the people he makes friends with because he just bashed his entire race in front of him.

Explain:

* LISTEN the interview link below from the "NOW" magazine;
"3 artists call out racism in Toronto's music scene,"

http://www.cbc.ca/radio/q/schedule-for-thursday-january-28-2016-1.3423368/3-artists-call-out-racism-in-toronto-s-music-scene-1.3423383

3.) What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"
I found it interesting  being an African - American I see more non-African-Americans listening to our music

- What did you find interesting or disturbing?

It's a lot of racism in the media so I didn't find anything disturbing .
- How does
Explain:

4.) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."
(Think about artists and producers in the U.S. too - Jay-Z)
I disagree with the statement some of biggest music labels are founded and ran by non-whites.

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (definition below)

* Cultural assimilation is the process by which a person or a group's language
(could be the language of music) and/or culture come to resemble those of another group.

5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of your culture. (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!

https://youtu.be/oqT9yegqoRk

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"PERCEPTION OF WORLDVIEWS"
Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?

In middle school I had a sexist teacher. Throughout the year we had different units; for instance, volleyball units, basketball units, baseball units, etc. In these units we'd learn more about the sport, separate into teams and have a tournament at the end of the unit. In this encounter I'm going to talk specifically about what happened during the basketball unit. As I was dribbling the ball, my P.E teacher stops me and begins to ask me obnoxious questions like "Do you know what kind of ball this is?" "Do you know how to play basketball?" "Can you dribble?" then proceeds to ask the boys to demonstrate for me even though I knew how to do all of those things. At the time, I was completely annoyed by the fact that my teacher assumed I didn't know how to play basketball simply because it was known to be a more masculine sport, and I was hurt as well, because I thought I was doing pretty well with the basketball on my own (or at least well enough to not be compared to with the boys.)

2.) Were you satisfied with the way your reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.)

You could tell after the situation I was annoyed, but I did nothing about it. All the other girls have been insulted by this teacher as well. We've talked about creating petitions but never went all the way through. I wish I had been more productive with the school council or something to make this situation more aware.

* LISTEN the interview link below from the "NOW" magazine;
"3 artists call out racism in Toronto's music scene,"

http://www.cbc.ca/radio/q/schedule-for-thursday-january-28-2016-1.3423368/3-artists-call-out-racism-in-toronto-s-music-scene-1.3423383

3.) What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"

To be honest, what they said didn't surprise me. I'm more than sure there's discrimination going on behind closed doors to those who don't fit a certain performance look when it comes to sexual preference, color, or weight unless they are BEYOND good. There's a sort of basic-ness when it comes to the diversity of music. As long as they can perform well the people are happy, but as soon as something different comes around, there's a need to be more than just catchy and good looking, you need to stand out more or not stand out at all.

- What did you find interesting or disturbing?
I wasn't surprised by anything that they've said, I guess I could be surprised that this is happening in Canada. It seems so calm and collective over there I never see them as having any problems.
- How does
Explain:

4.) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."
(Think about artists and producers in the U.S. too - Jay-Z) Unless you are exceedingly good, yes. But as the time progresses we're starting to see a boost in the hip hop industry. Whether or not people are listening to the music because it's catching or actually listening to the lyrics shows whether or not there's a cultural appreciation for the music.

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (definition below) I feel like there's no way to assimilate into a culture that you truly feel you don't fit in with. but you can accept the culture rather than insulting it.

* Cultural assimilation is the process by which a person or a group's language
(could be the language of music) and/or culture come to resemble those of another group.

5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of your culture. (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!
I feel this video exemplifies the black culture perfectly. We're vibrant, full of life, and happy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QxRiwnmYjMg&list=RDQxRiwnmYjMg

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Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?
- This older Caucasian man kind of singled me out to being uneducated because I'm African American. Me and my mother was talking to him as he literally said, "Not a lot of black people aren't even gettigna diploma these days" I was upset and very irritated at that moment. I just felt like he was addressing that towards me, but not directly.

2.) Were you satisfied with the way your reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.)
-I had no regrets for what I did. He was an older man so wasn't going to attack him. However, being that I was upset at that moment I kind went off on him and told him that not every African American is uneducated and I am a perfect example being that Im currently in college. Then I just left the conversation and shut down immediately.

Explain:

* LISTEN the interview link below from the "NOW" magazine;
"3 artists call out racism in Toronto's music scene,"

http://www.cbc.ca/radio/q/schedule-for-thursday-january-28-2016-1.3423368/3-artists-call-out-racism-in-toronto-s-music-scene-1.3423383

3.) What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"
- Overall I found it overwhelmimg being that racism in the media seems to be a worldwide issue at this point.

- What did you find interesting or disturbing?
- What I found mostly disturbing was how Casey was talking about how the producers told her to change the song name to make it more understandable.
- How does
Explain: It was disturding because I agreed with her comment when she was saying that that was like discarding her background, her culture and what her foundation of music is all about.

4.) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."
(Think about artists and producers in the U.S. too - Jay-Z)
-Strongly disagree with that because like you said, we have music pioneers that are wealthy not just through music such as, P-Diddy, Rev-Run, Nicki Minaj, etc. Even though they're U.S. artist, the general point is still evident.

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (definition below)
I personally think stay true to yourself and know what you're worth this. At the end of the day, if you're not doing what you love then whats the point. I don't think that you should let the media effect what song you want to write about or what you choose for your song name.

* Cultural assimilation is the process by which a person or a group's language
(could be the language of music) and/or culture come to resemble those of another group.

5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of your culture. (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!

Michael Jackson- Black or White
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2AitTPI5U0

To link the YouTube video simply:
- Just cut and paste the link into this textbox
- Click on the end of the URL address press ENTER to activate it and it will turn blue

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"PERCEPTION OF WORLD VIEWS"
Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?
When I came to Coastal, I had numerous roommates and friends from the North that constantly made jokes about Jewish people and calling people "Jews" for various reasons. It made me feel sort of uncomfortable, especially when the jokes got really offensive. I just didn't know how to take it.

2. Were you satisfied with the way your reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.)
I do regret not standing up and saying something about how the jokes made me feel. Honestly, I probably didn't take more action because I wasn't Jewish and the jokes weren't personally affecting me to the extent that a racial slur or something like that would.

4. Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."
(Think about artists and producers in the U.S. too - Jay-Z)
I would say I strongly disagree with this statement because there are numerous people of every race in the music industry that have created a path of their own for themselves and it has shown to be a success. I think people think that white people own everything because that is what has been happening for most of our country's history. Nowadays, there seems to be a strong sense of cultural assimilation especially in music. Artists from different cultures and geographic locations are paving a way for their people in a way that shows this progress first hand.

4a. How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music?
I don't believe there is a way to do this because there is a fine line between assimilating and being a "sell out" in the music industry, and it's hard to distinguish that most of the time. So for that reason, I don't think this is possible.

5. I chose the song "Anyway" by Tori Kelly because I love this song and I feel like it describes my individual culture
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AU11xKx7TSU

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Name:  Casey Vance CLC 304

"PERCEPTION OF WORLDVIEWS"
Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?
My ex boyfriend didn't believe in religion. At first it didn't bother me, because I believe everyone should have their own opinions. Though he took it to another level that was very rude. He would make fun of me for believing in God and reading the bible. Then he brought my family into it. IT did hurt. I never said anything to him about not believing. Why should my religion matter to you? Another time was back in high school. My best friend at the time, came out that he was gay and people made fun of him. High school is tough enough and kids are very mean. He would talk to me and tell me the stuff guys would say, especially during gym class.

2.) Were you satisfied with the way your reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.)
I am satisfied with how I reacted.  I was able to see who he truly was and was able to get out of that relationship. MY friend he decided he wanted to do cheerleading. He was nervous, so I tried out with him so he felt comfortable and he had a friend by him. I have no regrets of trying out, because we both made the team and people started to accept him.

3.) What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"
I feel like this been going on for a long time now. It is surprising to hear it in Canada. Back when the riots were happening in Los Angeles, is when hip hop was created. People called it, "trash." It was a way for them to express themselves. We shouldn't judge race in music. Music is an art. All art should be treated equally. It doesn't matter what your race is or the type of music you play.

4.) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."
(Think about artists and producers in the U.S. too - Jay-Z)
I don't agree with this statement. I feel that if a musician is successful and people respect them, it doesn't matter what color you are. Jay-Z isn't white, but he has a lot of money and people respect him. Same thing with Kanye West. I don't like his music, but he was at award shows, people will say his music is an work of art.

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (definition below)
By what the person has grown up seeing as child can affect his or her music. They can still stay true to their music and have their fans relate.

5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of your culture. (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQDbjIh3_Ts
I  chose the song, "Riser" by Dierks Bentley. The song is about people struggling and trying to stay positive to get through the hard times. This reflects a lot of cultures. There is a lot of people living in poverty, people who don't have a home, people who have  to work three jobs to barely make it, single moms out there, etc. Dierks Bentley wants people to stay strong and rise above the hard times.

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When I first came to Coastal I was hanging out with people that had more money then me and they would always make jokes about how I cant do the things they do.

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?
It made me angry and upset. People shouldnt be judging me because I dont have as much money as them. I can still have a good time in college without spending tons of money everyday.

2.) Were you satisfied with the way your reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.)

yes I was satisfied. I eventually walked away from those people and filled my friend base with people that actually like me for me.

3) What is your reaction to what the artists are describing as "racism in the music industry?

My reaction to what the artists described as racism in the audio was not what i was expecting, I was expecting the artist to talk about a time they got harassed and kicked out of a show because they werent of the same skin tone or same culture. But instead the lady artist said her record company made her change the title of her song because no one would know what it means since it was in a different language. The record label also said it would be a lot easier for a radio station not to try to pronounce a phillipino word. I feel like that was not on the scale of being racist the recording label just wanted something catchy that the people would understand. I was not suprised with the hip hop perspective of the public rejecting the music due to the lyrics of hip hop songs. When People aernt used to something they obviously feel uncomfortable and they immediately hate on it and this is were racism is caused. I feel like not being white in canada and a women must be the hardest since women are seen as not capable of giving an audience the same entertainment according to the article.

4.) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."
(Think about artists and producers in the U.S. too - Jay-Z)

Strongly disagree with the statement mainly because thats not true, their are record labels that are run by african americans and are one of the most successful in the music industry. For example Young Money Record Label, has one of the hottest artist in the country (Drake, Lil Wayne, Tyga and ect.) Each one of these actors influence a large majority of the young population. These record companies aernt run by rich white people and still have net worths over 50 million.

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (definition below)

Most music artist sing or rap their emotions and life experience, so the public can relate to what the artist or band is producing. For example, Adele became famous after producing a song that she wrote over a break up with a guy and was one of the top songs in the country. ANother good example would be Drake producing that song YOLO that went viral and everyone was wearing clothing with the words yolo on it.

* Cultural assimilation is the process by which a person or a group's language
(could be the lan

5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate lyrics video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of "your culture." (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!

https://youtu.be/Zi0RpNSELas USA FOR AFRICA- We are the World.

I chose this song mainly because it talks about the whole world coming together creating world peace. Which would mean no racism and no stereotypes. Everyone would help eachother and not judge one another, everyone would be equal in a sense.

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"PERCEPTION OF WORLDVIEWS"
DIRECTIONS:
Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

I've had a family member say that they do not like gay people, and that gay people make them feel uncomfortable.

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?

It made me feel disappointed hearing that from one of my family members, because I don't have homophobia against gay people. I didn't bother to say anything because that's their opinion and feelings towards others, and you can't change that.

2.) Were you satisfied with the way your reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.)

Explain:

I regret not saying anything to my family member about them not liking gay people, because maybe I could have changed their views and feelings towards gay people.

.) What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"

I was surprised that Canadians experience racism in the music industry. I have never really heard of racism within the music industry in America. Music is supposed to be used to express yourself to others so that they will like it. There shouldn't be any type of racial controversy in the music world. Music is an art, and expressing racism is unacceptable.

* LISTEN the interview link below from the "NOW" magazine;
"3 artists call out racism in Toronto's music scene,"

http://www.cbc.ca/radio/q/schedule-for-thursday-january-28-2016-1.3423368/3-artists-call-out-racism-in-toronto-s-music-scene-1.3423383
It

- What did you find interesting or disturbing?

I found the the discussion interesting, because it's was views of racism from people in another country. I'm use to hearing about racism happening in the U.S, and I was convinced that we were the only country that has to deal with it.

Explain:

4.) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."
(Think about artists and producers in the U.S. too - Jay-Z)

I honestly don't know if I can agree or disagree with this statement, because there are a lot of African American artists, like Jay Z, that are wealthy and have power. However, they're music label may be ran by a white person, which means that they have more power over them. I don't know how the music industry works so I can't agree or disagree.

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (definition below)

* Cultural assimilation is the process by which a person or a group's language
(could be the language of music) and/or culture come to resemble those of another group, you begin to mimic the dominant culture.

I don't understand this question. But I'm guessing that if the artists want to "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music; by writing different lyrics to make their music stand out, and still support the other people that dominate the music culture.

5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate lyrics video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of "your culture." (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!

(Erykah Badu- Love of my Life)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dNk3R23Twgw

- How does this video (lyrics / actions in the video) reflect your culture?
In this song, Erykah Badu sings about her love for hip hop. However, the video really explains what she's feeling. Throughout the video Erykah Badu is showing how hip hop music has evolved. At the end of the video, there are a bunch of white people dressed urban and listening to hip hop music while Erykah Badu DJ's the music, she looks up at the crowd and is confused why there's only white people instead of blacks. What she's trying to say in this video is that white people are trying to take over our culture of music instead of listening to their culture of "country" and "rock" music. This song and video was made year ago when I was in elementary  school, which means that Erykah Badu predicted that white people would try to take over our genre of music.

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1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?

In the past I have personally witnessed people being bullied/harassed based on the sole reason that they were of a different race. A particular time a student I went to high school with was making fun of another girl because of her hijab that she wore everyday. She used to try to rip the hijab off this girl's head and then her/her friends would all be laughing and making jokes at her. Seeing this happen to her made me very angry and upset for her when I would see it happen. This girl was someone who I'd talk to in class and she was extremely kinda and friendly.

2.) Were you satisfied with the way your reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.)

In hindsight I regret not acting more to help my classmate when she needed help. When she used to be picked on by those people in class most would ignore it and/or look away. I myself tried a few times to tell her bullies to screw off or to pick on someone that'll defend themselves. In the end most of my attempts to say anything to those people ended in those people bullying/ making fun of me also.

3.) What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"

My reaction is angry that people still act the way they do to artists just to "make it easier" for listeners, when the artist specifically named the song what she wanted. I agree with what the artists were saying that what was happening to them was racist. For the one artist, having her song renamed just because the readers couldn't understand the title is wrong because the readers can look up the meaning to the word if they cannot figure out the meaning through the song. I find it disturbing that the culture in Toronto isn't as accepting to diversifying culture as I assumed.

4) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."

I both disagree and agree with this statement due to the fact that a lot of people in the music industry here in America are very wealthy and are of various races and backgrounds. The music scene in my opinion, at least in the U.S., is not following only white influences in what is shown in today's media. We listen to a diverse music selection from country, rock, reggae, and rap nowadays with no specific guiding by those in the industry.

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (definition below)

Artists can better assimilate if more people of all cultures produce music and slowly those in the industry finally realize that the focus isn't on what makes us different. And that the focus should be on the music generated and how it can be shared. To keep the authenticity of their music they should be allowed to publish it as it is in order to expose the public to diversified music.

5) Youtube Video--

This video describes my culture in that my father and his before him have been hard workers all their life and I have followed their footsteps to this day. I believe in hard work and doing the job I have to the fullest. My culture enjoys the simple things in life that our work earned us and that we don't need a fancy house on the hill to impress the people around us.

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"PERCEPTION OF WORLDVIEWS"
Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?

2.) Were you satisfied with the way your reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.)

Explain:

* LISTEN the interview link below from the "NOW" magazine;
"3 artists call out racism in Toronto's music scene,"

http://www.cbc.ca/radio/q/schedule-for-thursday-january-28-2016-1.3423368/3-artists-call-out-racism-in-toronto-s-music-scene-1.3423383

3.) What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"

- What did you find interesting or disturbing?

- How does
Explain:

4.) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."
(Think about artists and producers in the U.S. too - Jay-Z)

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (definition below)

* Cultural assimilation is the process by which a person or a group's language
(could be the language of music) and/or culture come to resemble those of another group.

5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of your culture. (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!

To link the YouTube video simply:
- Just cut and paste the link into this textbox
- Click on the end of the URL address press ENTER to activate it and it will turn blue

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T2hPhILxez8   (What's going on - AIDS tribute)