http://www.sendspace.com/file/0imz3w
If the streaming audio does not work please download the mp3 from the above link and listen while watching the slide show. I could not find a slide show that would allow me to upload my own audio track so the slide show is separate from the audio.
The purpose of my remix is to strike an emotional chord with Barack Obama supporters. The music, audio clips and slide show are meant to come together in a way that represents the importance of Obama's election as President of the United States. The remix, as a whole, should serve as a way to reflect back on a monumental time in American history. I do not plan on having this circulate anywhere other than this blog.
Recently I have been listening to a lot of Sam Cooke's music, and realized how relevant his song “A Change is Gonna Come” is to our current political climate. Because Sam Cooke was involved with the civil rights movement, I would imagine that “A Change is Gonna Come” held sentimental value in his life. The message of the song parallels many of the ideals represented by Obama's campaign and his administration. This involves hope for a better tomorrow through significant changes in policy. After choosing the song, I added clips from Obama's inauguration speech to really support the message of the lyrics and the tone of the music. In addition to the audio, I selected several photos which are meant to serve as a snapshot of what the song is saying. Many of these photos show Obama in candid situations, interacting with people and personifying hope for American people.
It is difficult to say whether or not my remix is considered to be fair use of the source texts. While there really are no negative connotations to be taken from the remix, it does infringe upon copyright laws. It seems unlikely that any sort of legal action would be taken against such a positive message, but the audio clips from Obama's speech certainly alter the song dramatically. It is interesting to look at how the convergence of two different pieces of audio and images can create such a meaningful message. If this piece were to be used for educational purposes I believe it would probably be considered fair use of the source texts. Hopefully this remix means something to somebody.
This remix of Obama with the sound makes for a touching remix. I think it is a good remix because it has a purpose which seems to be to touch supporters of the Obama cause which would benefit the party. The slideshow personifies "hope for America," with the pictures that were chosen and the music/speech, and illuminates the way many people felt or still feel about the entire Obama campaign.
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