May 11, 2021Who are the minority? Visual representation in media and digital spacesWhat is the role of media in constructing minority ethics identities and the development of race relations? Can they contribute to an atmosphere of mutual understanding and inclusion concerning different ethnic groups, or are they more likely to exclude, foster misunderstanding and divide? …Media Representation12 min readMedia Representation12 min read
May 7, 2021Jeffries, M.P. (2011) Thug Life: race, gender and the meaning of hip-hop. ISBN 10: 0226395855 : Book ReviewJeffries, M.P. (2011) Thug Life: race, gender and the meaning of hip-hop. Chicago: University of Chicago Press (2011), 274 pages, ISBN 10: 0226395855 In Thug Life, Michael P. Jeffries investigates what is implied when an oppositional subculture becomes essential for the mainstream. He does so by making sense of the…Book Review4 min readBook Review4 min read
Apr 20, 2021(S)language, Drill and Global BlacknessLanguage and identity Language is fundamental for the expression of culture and is therefore, an essential part of cultural identity. It is a method by which we pass on our deepest self from generation to generation. It is through language that we communicate and express and reflects our lived experiences…Language10 min readLanguage10 min read
Feb 24, 2021Authenticity and Black Music.Authenticity occupies a central position in sociology and those social science fields, which deal with subcultures and racial identity. When considered alongside music and culture, aspects of legitimacy and imagery emerge and are debated. Imagery and Authenticity Through representation of black urban poverty through music (both music imagery and rap…Authenticity10 min readAuthenticity10 min read
Feb 13, 2021Masked IdentityAnthropological approaches to masks and camouflaging typically consider the significance and symbolism of masks, and the social elements of concealing customs or rituals. Here, drawing on semiotic frameworks, I consider how masks perform in other ways, as icons and indexes of identity. One of the most enduring aspects of the…Masks8 min readMasks8 min read
