The great unifier.

[Vlitmer]

I've been infatuated with the concept of unifiers. different mediums, concept or cultures that unify a large group of people even across polarizing views and I think after careful consideration I have found a great unifier that can be used to unify any group of people or individuals and that unifier is music.

since the creation of a rhythm and music every single culture across the globe has had some sort of connection or has created music and I've taken notice of a certain phenomenon, especially in my line of work where I am around very hostile individuals at certain points, that a very good way to build a reputation, defuse a situation, or improve someone's attitude is to determine their taste in music and make them aware, subtly, that you are a listener/fan of that music, group, band, singer etc.

everyone has or does listen to music. everyone has a specific type of music they enjoy. that is why music, to me, is the great unifier for all humans.

 

[ElectricEgregore]

Very true, not sure if playing my weird sonic torture would improve hostile situations that much

But I very much get your message, it truly has potential to shape things for the better - the further we drift from each other through pixels and spun narratives, the more we should think about a unifier that isn't oblivion and zombie consciousness!

 

[kalliopi]

Before clicking on this post and seeing the title alone, I thought of music! Not only that, but humor. A laugh is a laugh, and a smile is a smile. Many times I have found myself goofing off and bonding with people that way in spite of a fierce language barrier.