Scholars can agree that globalization has had a dramatic impact on culture, economics, politics, etc. However, what they cannot come to an agreement on is how and to what extent globalization has affected these elements. The article The 2010s: The Globalization of Music talks about the numerous benefits globalization has had on the music industry. They talk about how the KPop group BTS has infiltrated the American market and has become immensely popular. They also talk about Rihanna’s song Work, which incorporates her native culture and language, and through her music, she is exposing the West to differing cultures and experiences. This Podcast talked a lot about the benefits of globalization and how it has allowed different cultures and languages to be brought to all people around the world. Also, they claim that genre has basically been wiped out as people can access any music at any time, from around the world. Conversely, the article Globalization is Over: The Global Culture War has Begun speaks to the negative aspects of globalization, specifically a clash of cultures and ideas that have put people against each other. He writes about the liberal ideas of the 1990s, which claimed that the undeveloped world should modernize in a path like the West, resulting in democracy. However, there has been a rise in authoritarianism since 2006, which directly threatens these liberal ideas. Also, as globalization has infiltrated and washed out different cultures, people have become increasingly protective and nationalistic to protect their cultures and traditions. This can be seen in the rise of populist leaders. The textbook chapter 59, showed both positive and negative opinions around globalization through the eyes of Indian IT workers. Some workers are scared of globalization as they feel that the IT culture has become increasingly narrow, rather than the expected result of broader. However, many workers found globalization to be beneficial as it gave them greater opportunities and lifestyles.
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There are more and more music artists that are foreign and they are making a significant impact on Western culture. I like that there is variety of music on US radio and we wouldn't listen to songs and artists that are only from the US. When I first read chapter 59 where the article discusses about India's IT centers, I couldn't help but keep thinking about the call/scam centers that are common in India. The main thing that stood out to me from "Globalization is Over" is that the Cold War made an impact on society and the people.
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