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THE PROPAGATION OF AUTHENTICITY IN THE SUICIDAL TENDENCIES MUSIC VIDEOS
That is to say someone whose life may be considered authentic is always fully aware of both what they are doing and why they are doing it. The music videos of “Institutionalized” and “Possessed to Skate” uphold similar themes and values. Both are displaying an adult/youth binary that is reflective of mainstream/alternative understandings of American society. There was a distinct message being delivered, live the life you want, be self directive, challenge hegemonic norms...

Beth Herbert
6 min read
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