https://padlet.com/jcdunatov1/9kt2ps1kaz9r4uv6 A Padlet Collection on the Cultural Context and Social Impact of TSLAMP by MGMT en-us 2023-01-24 16:07:33 UTC 2023-01-25 18:42:34 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f4f4.png jcdunatov1 https://padlet.com/jcdunatov1/9kt2ps1kaz9r4uv6/wish/2455132998 -MGMT is an American indie rock band formed in 2002

-They are from Middletown, Connecticut

-The two founding members are Andrew VanWyngarden and Ben Goldwasser

-They have released four studio albums, one compilation album, one demo album, four EPs, and eleven singles

-They were nominated for three Grammy Awards and won one of those nominations]]> 2023-01-24 18:18:27 UTC https://padlet.com/jcdunatov1/9kt2ps1kaz9r4uv6/wish/2455132998 jcdunatov1 https://padlet.com/jcdunatov1/9kt2ps1kaz9r4uv6/wish/2455382338 -Released on February 9th, 2018 in the album "Little Dark Age"

-Released by Columbia Records

-The intended audience is Gen Z and Millennials who, like the artists, are addicted to their phone

-The Genre is Alternative/Indie

-This song was written in 2017, a time where a lot of culture was being created online. The inauguration of a new president and the scandals that followed also all occurred on social media; a main topic of the song.]]> 2023-01-24 21:35:11 UTC https://padlet.com/jcdunatov1/9kt2ps1kaz9r4uv6/wish/2455382338 jcdunatov1 https://padlet.com/jcdunatov1/9kt2ps1kaz9r4uv6/wish/2455404996 -Just after the release of the song, Andrew VanWyngarden took part in an interview with The Guardian. When asked about TSLAMP he said, "I've gotten so attached to my phone that it makes me really disappointed in myself." This is his purpose for writing TSLAMP.

-TSLAMP, an acronym for Time Spent Looking At My Phone, provides commentary on the growing problem of cell phone addiction. It describes a character avoiding social interaction because they spend too much time on their phone.

-The artists use emotion, specifically pity, to relate with the listener. They also chose a very relatable action: the use of your phone.

-This song connects to culture, in a broad sense, through the internet. Most culture in this modern era occurs on the internet. This song is a very commentary on how internet use and access to said culture can get out of hand.

-Instead of revealing a value of its listeners, the song actually reveals a fault. The song is a depressing story of a man who cannot function in modern society because he is addicted to his phone. This story is a common one and one that many listeners may be able to relate to.

-One could argue that the stereotype that millennials are always on their phone is backed up by this song. I personally believe that all generations in modern America are addicted to technology and the convenience it has delivered.]]> 2023-01-24 22:04:34 UTC https://padlet.com/jcdunatov1/9kt2ps1kaz9r4uv6/wish/2455404996 jcdunatov1 https://padlet.com/jcdunatov1/9kt2ps1kaz9r4uv6/wish/2455405616 -Personally, I love this song! It is a part of my most favorite album, Little Dark Age, and this specific song reflects a lot of the message of the entire album.

-I agree with what MGMT has to say here. Technology has become infinitely more accessible in the past decade. There is now an unshakeable reliance on 'smart' electronics from the American public. Personally, I believe that entertainment media, specifically social media, ultimately distracts people from their work and social responsibilities.

-I think the message is very effective as it appeals to the listeners' ability to see themselves in the words. Once they realize the direction their addiction is taking them, they can then choose to avoid addiction to their phone.

-MGMT's music is often considered 'music for when you are high', and that narrative has unfortunately drawn people away from their music. I think that just because it is alt/indie music it can still be enjoyed in the same way as popular culture music.

-I relate to this song as I have struggled with technology addiction, specifically over Covid, which I believe many can relate with.]]> 2023-01-24 22:05:29 UTC https://padlet.com/jcdunatov1/9kt2ps1kaz9r4uv6/wish/2455405616