Difference between pop and rock
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This document compares and contrasts the codes and conventions of pop and rock music videos. It notes that pop videos typically feature brightly colored costumes and lighting to create a party atmosphere, while rock videos often show neutral colored clothing and use spotlights. The document also explains that pop focuses more on vocals and beat, while rock emphasizes instruments; and that rock has evolved into various subgenres while pop tends to appeal across audiences. It concludes by stating the author has chosen to make a rock music video that fits the genre's conventions of featuring two singers who also play instruments.
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Difference between pop and rock
- 2. Codes and Convention s of Pop • Includes lots of long shots and close ups. • The costume is usually very extreme or very plain. • Props are often musical instruments. • Lights are often brightly coloured to give a feel of a party.
- 3. Codes and Convention s of Rock • Lots of long shots, close ups and establishing shots. • Often wear black or neutral coloured clothes. • Often performance music videos. • Props are usually musical instruments. • The lights are usually spotlights or coloured lights.
- 4. Difference between the two • Pop music focuses on vocals and beat while rock focuses mainly on instruments like bass and guitar. • Pop music’s basic elements have not evolved much like rock which has evolved into sub genres. • Rock identifies with a particular subculture while pop tends to cut across audiences. • Rock music is made often by a group each playing a particular instrument whereas pop can be by a single artist or a group of singers.
- 5. What genre I have chosen • I have decided that my music video will be a rock music video. I feel that the conventions of this genre will better fit the story of my music video. • The music for my music video is a song sung by two people who each play a different musical instrument and sing. This better fits the rock genre.