Keep it Simple, Make it Fast! An approach to underground music scenes
Unknown authors
Abstract
The coronavirus pandemic has shaken everyday life.In the music scene, the criminalization of nightlife has led to a drastic reduction in live music (Nofre et al., 2020), and artistic professionals, like other gig-workers, found themselves in a position of vulnerability (Jean, 2020).But it was not only the performances that were affected by social distance: conditioned access to studios also made rehearsals and recordings difficult.In this context, access to technology has become indispensable.When musicians are wondering "how can I monetize online?" (Nobre, 2020), DIY is an alternative to consider.Composing and recording at home for later dissemination is a means of passing the time, preserving the perception of productivity and contribution to society, maintaining a close relationship with audiences and still get some income on streaming platforms.This study uses an ethnographic approach that combines participant observation and semi-structured interviews, to address the relationship between technology and creativity.