Sam Murphy
Sam is a philosopher with a passion for philosophy’s crossover with the world of art. His main interests include the philosophy of music, and the ideological undertones of art movements. He holds a BA in Philosophy from the University of Warwick. In his spare time, he composes music and writes about art.
Articles by Sam Murphy
Hip Hop’s Challenge to Traditional Aesthetics: Empowerment and MusicDavid Hume’s aesthetic theory posits that art should appeal to a common morality and a universal human nature. Hip-Hop uncovers the false assumptions that underlie Hume’s theories of artistic value.
Is Pop Music Art? Theodor Adorno and the War on Modern MusicTheodor Adorno was a big critic of popular forms of music. But does his philosophical argument hold up to today’s standards?
Theodor Adorno was a big critic of popular forms of music. But does his philosophical argument hold up to today’s standards?