Blogger # 8 “4 Real: Authenticity, Performance, and Rock Music,” by David Pattie.

Camara A. Ewers
Comp 2000- Journal Entry # 8
Dr. Mason

Answer the following questions about the cultural studies article, “4 Real: Authenticity, Performance, and Rock Music,” by David Pattie.

What is the writer trying to find out more about through their research (what research question guides his work)?

The writer is trying to find out the authenticity of the term “realness” in rock music. He asks questions based on the appeal, interests or genuineness of the performers’ work, the response of his/her audience and the commonality of the experience that both have shared relative to the words of the song.


What sort of texts or sources does the author quote from to build his argument?

The author quotes the statements made by previous rock artistes during interviews, as well as reports of concert events. For example, he quoted:

“Richard is using what happened to The Verve as a metaphor for our whole generation. Lost without any idea of what to believe in, he offers us the best he can; the shared experience that we are all fuck-ups and it’s ok. By the time the band are cranking up into "Come On" at the very end, Richard has no need to hector us into sharing his reverie. We are right up there with him, howling at the moon, It’s a high place to be. Ain’t never coming down. (Sutherland)”


In what ways do you see others around you attempting to establish their “authenticity”?

In the campus environment, students try to establish their authenticity through becoming a leader or founder of a club or organization. Another way would be through composition of pieces, such as text or articles. Since Plagiarism is an offense, I would think that each piece of assignment would show the authors authenticity, unless students develop pieces based on past writers thesis or work.