In my research for the group teaching project I ran into an interesting youtube video. Since we were discussing the Eurovision performances, this video seemed more than appropriate for the blog.
Our discussion about American influence on Television in Europe is also an issue in Arab countries. As Richard Gizbert explains in a mouth full of words, a lot of the music channels have been influenced by pop idols from the west, their music videos started to gravitate towards Arab music videos that did not carry Islamic values, now they're trying to change that with "Islamic Idol". Just by the name, you should already know what to expect--an "American Idol" spin off. Here's the link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tRgRWGFzbGI
I personally don't know what to think. It's interesting to see how a talent competition can be altered in a way to not only promote musical talents, but also religion! My only objection is that, if they were so concerned with the westernization of their music channels, then how is taken a westernized TV show format any more true to their culture? Then again, I can understand the opposition, where the format really doesn't interfere with representing themselves 100%. Considering how they want to represent their nation(s) 100%, did they forget about the women? How can you make such an attempt and only allow men to participate in the representation?
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