Why Separating the Art From the Artist Is Bullshit
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“I can separate the art from the artist”. Everyone’s heard that at some point, whether it be a band accused of serious wrongdoing or a composer known to have extreme, abhorrent political views. It’s bullshit. But why? The first point I really want to make here is, I’m not judging anyone for their listening habits or choices - I just want to point out that art and artist are inseparable, because someone’s art is a direct reflection and manifestation of who they are and what they believe. That then leaves us with ramifications and a dialogue we need to be having with ourselves, about the music we not only listen to but promote to others.
Why Separating the Art From the Artist Is Bullshit
Why Separating the Art From the Artist Is…
Why Separating the Art From the Artist Is Bullshit
“I can separate the art from the artist”. Everyone’s heard that at some point, whether it be a band accused of serious wrongdoing or a composer known to have extreme, abhorrent political views. It’s bullshit. But why? The first point I really want to make here is, I’m not judging anyone for their listening habits or choices - I just want to point out that art and artist are inseparable, because someone’s art is a direct reflection and manifestation of who they are and what they believe. That then leaves us with ramifications and a dialogue we need to be having with ourselves, about the music we not only listen to but promote to others.