Contemporary Synthesis Wylie Period 1 Team 2


The contemporary era is one filled with much pop culture. Pop culture can be defined as

one that is new and coming and accurate to the appeals of the current society. Pop culture can

be viewed through artwork and music. Both of these mediums are largely influenced by many

discoveries and breakthroughs in technology. From the 1990s to the present there have been

dozens of new advancements in various fields. However in terms of aiding art and music there

have been developments in computer technology and editing programs. When one listens to pop

culture music he or she will be able to hear different electric instruments such as the electric

guitar, bass, synthesizer, and voice enhancements such as auto tuning. Even artwork is often

edited on programs such as Photoshop where photography or actual hand made artwork can be

adjusted. The availability of these technological tools is extraordinarily helpful; however it can

also lead to dishonest products. Sometimes these edits and enhancements tend to cover the real

and natural image or sound often leaving the audience confused and frustrated. Due to these

controversial outcomes people have questioned the integrity and talent of artists in the music and

art industry allowing for healthy debate and cautiousness within the artistic community. Overall,

pop culture has developed an electrifying and fresh sensibility as it does in fact use electronics

and is always changing in terms of approach and execution.