By Rebecca Roberts
from Michigan, while donning some of her rave gear. Saturday, Apr 18, 2020.
(Rebecca Roberts/Photo Editor)
So I don’t think I have to even mention how messed up this pandemic culture is, but as scary as it all can seem, I have found a silver lining – MUSIC! Online!
Many artists – including singers, DJs, authors and even painters – have started live streaming performances from their home, and the introvert in me is in heaven.
Several large companies such as the Grammy Awards, Billboard.com and Vulture.com have compiled long lists of online performances by artists of all genres, including K-pop, opera, rock ‘n’ roll – to name only a few. Since everyone’s music taste is different, it may take a while to sift through the options, but the reward will be worthwhile. Besides, what else is there to do?
The electronic dance music (EDM) scene has been thriving under these circumstances. The number of options to choose from to watch online is immense, as multiple sets and even entire music festivals are being streamed online. It has become common to the community to host watching parties on Zoom or Facebook, adding a socialization component during isolation. An Instagram account @detroitdotdance posts daily livestream schedules catering to the EDM scene.
One of the DJs taking advantage of this live culture is Griz, who is originally from Michigan. He mixes songs of all genres into sets of tech house (techno and house music), bass music, throwback themes and disco sets. He incorporates playing his own saxophone, a sliver from his concept of featuring full-size bands, which has grown his fame during some of his past in-person concerts.
Tune in by finding him on social media to join in his spreading of good vibes during these circumstances. You can find him on Facebook @mynameisGRiZ, Instagram @griz, Twitter @Griz and Twitch at twitch.tv/mynameisgriz.
Tori Kelly goes live on her Instagram @torikelly at 4 p.m. every day except Saturdays, called QuaranTEA With Tori. Kelly is a veteran of creating online content, gaining a following on YouTube for her acoustic covers. She then received larger recognition as a contestant on the ninth season of American Idol in 2010. She has since released a few albums, collaborated with several popular artists and has earned a label as a pop/gospel singer. She takes multiple requests daily and her killer voice puts a gorgeous spin on any song.
Check out the social media pages of your favorite, lesser-known artists to see if they are offering digital performances. Let us know what streams you have been watching or are excited for on our social media pages @DeltaCollegiate!
Why quarantine is probably the best thing to happen to me this year:
- Do you ever wish a concert was just for you? The crowds get to me sometimes, especially if I am dancing and get overheated because of how closely packed in I am. But during this odd time, I get to STAY IN MY BED and jam out!
- Online concerts are FREE, so I’m saving money on tickets, drinks, snacks, etc.
- I get to see artists perform that I probably wouldn’t have before the pandemic.
- There is a huge increase in the chance of hearing your favorite artists perform a song they wouldn’t normally perform.
- Concerts always end too early and you’re always left wanting more. Online content, though, is never-ending.
- You get to practice your time-zone conversion math!
- Some artists have been hanging out with each other on the Live feature – again, sharing an experience fans at home would not normally get to be a part of.
