The article critiques the misuse of the term 'dad rock' in contemporary music discussions, highlighting how it often lacks clear definition and unfairly categorizes bands. Recent media coverage, such as GQ's exploration of a so-called 'Golden Age of Dad Rock,' fails to clarify what this genre entails, as many cited artists are not fathers. The author argues that such labels perpetuate gender biases, posing questions about musical appreciation across parental statuses. Furthermore, the term may unfairly imply that only men enjoy certain music styles.
The term 'dad rock' is often misused to label music without clear criteria, leading to confusion about what genre it truly represents.
The article criticizes the arbitrary labeling of artists as 'dad rock' while excluding female musicians from that classification, highlighting the gender bias in music categorization.
Using 'dad rock' to define music suggests an assumption that only fathers and male listeners resonate with these artist styles, alienating a broader audience.
Catucci’s article overlooks the cultural significance of the term, not addressing that music appreciation transcends parental status or gender.
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