Nouveau Baroque

Baroque themes are echoed in modern society. 

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The elaborate costuming of modern performers, such as Lady GaGa (seen above), echo the past Baroque era. They are large, intricate and over the top. Often the costumes utilize unique materials in order to help them stand out. Think Lady GaGa's infamous "meat dress" or Nicki Minaj's various costumes (see below). 

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The modern musical artist also often puts on an intricate show, just as they did during the Baroque Era. These performances include a wide variety of special effects and props that help the artist's performance stand out. See the image of Britney Spear's Femme Fatale show below. 

 

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This elaborate "showing off" resembles remarkably the baroque era's glitzy, overdone style. The bigger and more elaborate, the better and the same still hold true today for much of the popular music industry.