Good Morning POU! Michael Jackson saves MTV When MTV launched, in 1981, it was an outlet for something that barely existed: The channel had about a hundred videos in its inventory, mostly by marginal or unpopular British and Australian bands. But it soon became the sun around which popular culture rotated. The MTV aesthetic during its golden age of 1981 to 1992—quick … [Read more...] about Thursday Open Thread: Historic Pop Culture Moments
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Monday Open Thread: Iconic Hip Hop Moments In History
Good Morning POU! This week we will take a look at iconic and important moments in Hip Hop History. 30 years ago, no one though the genre would become the globally influencing behemoth that it is. Here's a look at some of the moments and events that helped to create this incredibly and undeniably "black" creation. 4 years after The SugarHill Gang released "Rapper's … [Read more...] about Monday Open Thread: Iconic Hip Hop Moments In History
Thursday Open Thread: Historic Pop Culture Moments
Good Morning POU! When MTV launched, in 1981, it was an outlet for something that barely existed: The channel had about a hundred videos in its inventory, mostly by marginal or unpopular British and Australian bands. But it soon became the sun around which popular culture rotated. The MTV aesthetic during its golden age of 1981 to 1992—quick cuts, celebrations of youth, … [Read more...] about Thursday Open Thread: Historic Pop Culture Moments
Sunday Afternoon Thread: 2014 VMA Best Choreography Nominees
Funny how MTV still gives out video awards but I can't remember the last time I saw an actual video on MTV. Of course I never watch MTV so that might have something to do with it. And who designed the logo for this year's awards show? No....this is just awful. The annual awards show is tonight. These are the best choreography nominees. Who would you choose? Usher - Good … [Read more...] about Sunday Afternoon Thread: 2014 VMA Best Choreography Nominees
