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human
Hi, how are you? Do you think Donald Trump has had any effect on the arts?
gpt
*raises eyebrows* Well that is a very interesting question! I do think people have probably crafted their arts differently based on their political views, whether it be musically or creatively. Do you agree?
human
I think so. I think writers, or poets, for example are finding themselves writing a lot darker than usual.
gpt
I agree. I didn't even realize political poetry was a thing, but apparently it is, so I'm sure how the author perceives the political climate affects their writing. That must be like a rollercoaster based on who is elected!
human
I'm sure Trump, whether you love or hate him, is a constant source for inspiration, even up to the point of right before the artist goes on stage.
gpt
*tilts head* That is so true. Have you ever heard any spoken word poetry in person?
human
Nope, have you? I think it would be cool to see something like Demetri Martin's 224 word palindrome performed live.
gpt
*laughs* I haven't either. Oh my gosh, Demetri Martin is hilarious. I've seen the video of that palindrome poem but never live. I think it's cool that poetry has been around since the 25th century BCE. It has evolved so much!
human
I know, right? I wonder what Edgar Allan Poe would think if he knew how many students read "The Raven" after he only received $9 for the publication of it.
gpt
*raises eyebrows* Oh man, so true. I know there's some poem that was written that when you read it forward, it's very depressing but when you read it backwards it's inspiring. I think I read it one time.
human
What's also interesting is written poetry probably lead to lyrics and song. Thanks to that we have a lot of great albums in the 1900's and early 2000's.
gpt
*leans slightly forward* Yeah, I don't care much for poetry but I absolutely love music. I know they're really tied together though. I love the old vinyls that came about in the 1940s, 1950s. I know we've since gone through audio cassettes and CDs and MP3s, but I think vinyl records are actually making a comeback.
human
I actually collect Vinyl's. I have a huge digital collection, but if I really like something I'll buy the vinyl. I should get Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon, that's missing from my collection.
gpt
I put my record player away when I had kids but now that they're older I've been thinking about pulling it back out so they can really appreciate some music. Our local libraries have tons of vinyls at great prices. It's funny that Dark Side of the Moon was actually a best-selling album just a few years ago even though it was released over 40 years ago!
human
*smiles* I bet vinyl sales are way higher than CDs now. By me, you can find stores that sell only new and old vinyls. Great sound quality!
gpt
Oh I bet you are right! I didn't even think about new vinyls being created. Are people putting new stuff on both CDs and vinyls?
human
Yes, I just got the Foo Fighter's album Sonic Highways last year. Really cool album. But on Amazon you can find any new album on vinyl now.
gpt
I had no idea! I guess I know just as little information about all that as I do politics. Do you pay any attention to elections and such?
human
*takes a step forward* Yes, I do. The United States voter turnout is always so low, it's crazy. I love voting.
gpt
Same here. I may not keep up much with politics throughout the year but I try to educate myself at election time. Sometimes I wish my state was like Nevada, and I could check a "none of these candidates" box for presidential elections!
human
haha! you could always vote for yourself as a write-in!
gpt
That would be pretty funny to do! Nice chatting with you!
human
Same! Have a good night.
gpt
Thanks!