For this assignment, I would like you to discuss the 1990s and how the artists from the era drew upon older styles for inspiration.

For this assignment, I would like you to discuss the 1990s and how the artists from the era drew upon older styles for inspiration. Choose two genres from the 1990s that we discussed in class (listed below). What influences did each of your chosen genres draw from past American music? Are these influences musical influences? Stylistic influences? Lyrical influences? All of the above? Finally, choose a 1990s artist from each of your genres and discuss how they specifically incorporate these influences into their own music. 

As far as format, think of these writing assignments as at least one page minimum essays in MLA format. Points will be deducted for short papers. Make sure to cover everything I ask below in detail and do not leave any questioned unanswered. 

Write a one page minimum essay (3 paragraphs) in MLA format.

If you are referencing outside sources, make sure to quote them and to include a works cited page. 

Topics to Address:

• Choose TWO genres from the 1990s that drew upon previous American music as influences (Listed below).
• What influences did each of your chosen genres draw from past American music? 
  • Are they musical influences? Stylistic influences? Lyrical influences? All of the above?
• Finally, choose a 1990s artist from each genre and discuss how they specifically incorporate these influences into their own music. 

List of 1990s Genres From Our Lecture (Choose Two)

• Alternative Music/Rock
• Progressive Rock
• Singer-Songwriters
• Hip-Hop
• Country
• Jazz
• CCM