Merchants of doom

Article Abstract:

The rapidly increasing popularity of violent video games appears to parallel increasingly violent behavior on the part of young people. The two boys from Columbine, CO, who killed many people at their school and then themselves enjoyed playing violent videos such as BattleTech and Doom. US lawmakers are considering legislation limiting distribution of such games with a rating system similar to that of motion pictures.

Australia, Psychological aspects, Social policy, Young adults, Portrayals, Video game industry, Video games industry, Violence

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Games look to hip-hop

Article Abstract:

Video games being given the names of hip-hop albums are the latest trend in America. Companies like EA, Sony Computer entertainment, Rock star Games have embraced the trend and believe that this trend is here to stay.

Organizational nomenclature, Influence, Names

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Long live rock 'n' rap

Article Abstract:

The artists and fans of rock and rap musical hybrids are discussed in relation to their social and racial identity. Several bands of this genre, including Limp Bizkit, Eminem, Kid Rock, and Everlast, are profiled.

Innovations, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Race relations, Group identity, Social identity, Popular music, Ethnicity, Musicians, Rock music, Popular music fans, Rap singers

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