Cue point aesthetics: the performing disc jockey in postmodern DJ culture
Graduation Date
2016
Document Type
Thesis
Program
Other
Program
Thesis (M.A.)--Humboldt State University, Sociology, 2016
Committee Chair Name
Jennifer Eichstedt
Committee Chair Affiliation
HSU Faculty or Staff
Keywords
Humboldt State University -- Theses -- Sociology, Technology, DJ Software, Gender, Turntablism, Hip hop culture, DJing, Digital Vinyl Systems
Abstract
This qualitative research explores how social relations and intersections of popular culture, technology, and gender present in performance DJing. The methods used were interviews with performing disc jockeys, observations at various bars, and live music venues. Interviews include both women and men from varying ages and racial/ethnic groups. Cultural studies/popular culture approaches are utilized as the theoretical framework, with the aid of concepts including resistance, hegemony, power, and subcultures. Results show difference of DJ preference between analog and digital formats. Gender differences are evident in performing DJ's experiences on and off the field due to patriarchy in the DJ scene.
Recommended Citation
Andres, Benjamin De Ocampo, "Cue point aesthetics: the performing disc jockey in postmodern DJ culture" (2016). Cal Poly Humboldt theses and projects. 1220.
https://digitalcommons.humboldt.edu/etd/1220
https://scholarworks.calstate.edu/concern/theses/wd375z65g