Composition/Recording Projects
Publication Date
Winter 12-12-2022
Abstract
This production paper analyzes the impact the music technology used in the music productions of Michael Jackson, Prince and Madonna has had on today's music. The history and application of music technologies such as the Yamaha DX7 and LinnDrum are discussed at length. The music of the 1980s era played a significant role in inspiring how music sounds in the 2020s decade, and the music production elements used by Michael Jackson, Prince and Madonna can still be heard today
Major Mentor
Dr. Tony Moreira
Second Mentor
Keith Mason
Third Mentor
James Wigginton
Department
Music, School of
College
Music and Performing Arts, College of
Document Type
Thesis
Degree
Master of Music (MM)
Degree Level
Master's
Degree Grantor
Belmont University
Recommended Citation
Perry, Marcus, "An Analysis of Common Music Production Elements From the 1980s: Highlighting the Musical Influences of Michael Jackson, Prince, and Madonna" (2022). Composition/Recording Projects. 11.
https://repository.belmont.edu/music_comp/11
