Re: (313) what is Detroit techno ...

[J. T.]

i think it's easiest to describe detroit techno if you describe the 
prototype records and dont worry about how it's evolved and branched off 
over the years. ie strings (!), soulfulness, depth, experimentation, 
futurism etc etc. you dont have to worry about giving a picture perfect 
description. thats what people have ears for. and like any other genre of 
music you need a bit of context to get the point across. somebody who is 
unfamiliar with dance music isnt going to be immediately open to the 
nuances, they will need some reference points. screw it, just give them a 
copy of techno rebels and a tape/cd. that's what i've done more than once.
jt

_________________________________________________________________
Get rid of annoying pop-up ads with the new MSN Toolbar – FREE! 
http://toolbar.msn.com/go/onm00200414ave/direct/01/