Originally posted by Dnj:
the full spectrum of music branches out in so many different directions & that is followed by each individuals taste & preference which is fine.....the problem lies with trying to induce your likes & dislikes on others.
Yes, but then again, there are basic elements of music that are universally shared among all genres (except perhaps way out avant garde). These include:
Melody
Harmony
Rhythm & Tempo
Dynamics
When one (or more) of these is lacking, or out of sync with the others, you'll not be able to 'sell' the song to most listeners.
Scott