video killed the radio star

I really enjoyed watching the video of the first 10 minutes aired on MTV. I like how they portrayed the new channel as something refreshing and unlike the “norm” of that decade. They brought something new to the table and I think that made the 80s lifestyle. The article mentioned how Madonna made the channel with her flashy outfits and songs. I think without MTV Madonna would have never become such a legend. MTV made music into something much more than sound. It gave the fans something to look at and enjoy. It allowed the fans to get to know their idols/ favorite bands a whole lot better than simply listening to them on the radio. However, I think MTV has drastically transformed since its debut in 1981. If you turn on the channel now days, you’re more than likely going to see a show like Jackass, or Nitro Circus – which has nothing to do with music! I understand that in the 80s it was all about transforming the music culture from just audio and mixing it in with visual for a better experience. But they should have kept it like that instead of adding in stupid shows. I hardly ever see music videos on there anymore, and it IS called MUSIC television, right? But all in all I do think MTV changed music for the better !