Music and Effects theory:

- What kinds of questions are the researchers interested in? (why don't they experiment with classical music?
The kinds of questions being asked are those that will create an outcome that they are trying to gain in order to create 'interesting' results to the experiment. They have not carried out a fair test as they are only researching one end of the musical spectrum and have not recorded behaviour changes from the classical and less aggressive end of music.
This is working with the common conception of the 'Hypodermic Needle Theory'.


- What are the key concerns that have been raised about the effects of Rap music?
Key concerns about rap music have been that people may try to become 'gangsters' or take on the mentality of rap artists and act as the lyrics implore them to, e.g. 'Fuck the police.'
Many songs from 'thug rap' have spoken of ways to grow up in 'the hood' and can encourage young people growing up in said areas to believe this is the only way to grow up and survive, therefore creating negative behaviour among communities where this style of music is high in profile. 
In a more positive light, songs have empowered young people and have created a lot of confidence within communities to stand up and have a voice. This positive mentality is out shadowed by the more destructive and aggressive music which is more common within society today.


- What does the author of this site consider more problematic than the music?
This site is showing Americas deep routed problems to create a lot more violence than rap music itself, readily available guns, drugs, alcohol and knives are the cause of violence. USA's reluctance to take blame for their own problems and downfalls has created mass media criticism of rap music and artists. Conservative pundits have publicly criticised the rap industry and the effect on the listeners, while also backing education cuts and supporting the National Rifle Association. To suggest rap music is the root cause of all crime is simply outrageous.