You Used to be so Good, A Narrative Identity Research into the Perceived Authenticity of Musical Artists through Three Case Studies

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dc.contributor.advisorVeldhorst, N.
dc.contributor.advisorMeelberg, V.
dc.contributor.authorOudenampsen, J.
dc.date.issued2024-07-04
dc.description.abstractThis paper explores how musical artists’ authenticity is perceived during career changes through the concept of narrative identity. The thesis argues that an artist is considered authentic when their music and personality align with the narrative identity ascribed to them by their audience. This challenges the view that authenticity arises from displaying universal characteristics like self-expression and proposes a contextual approach to the application of authenticity based on narrative identity. The research examines three case studies: Bob Dylan’s 1965 Newport Folk Festival performance, John Lydon’s transition from the Sex Pistols to Public Image Limited, and Metallica’s release of their Black Album. Each case study reviews relevant literature and analyzes primary sources, showing how the artists’ narrative identity influenced their perceived authenticity during pivotal moments in their careers. These findings suggest that perceived authenticity is closely tied to narrative identity.
dc.identifier.urihttps://theses.ubn.ru.nl/handle/123456789/18196
dc.language.isoen
dc.thesis.facultyFaculteit der Letteren
dc.thesis.specialisationspecialisations::Faculteit der Letteren::Master Kunst- en Cultuurwetenschappen::Creative Industries
dc.thesis.studyprogrammestudyprogrammes::Faculteit der Letteren::Master Kunst- en Cultuurwetenschappen
dc.thesis.typeMaster
dc.titleYou Used to be so Good, A Narrative Identity Research into the Perceived Authenticity of Musical Artists through Three Case Studies

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