Abstract
In examining musical performers who have adopted the identity of the space alien, a pattern of variation emerges across racial lines. White alien musicians are more likely to abdicate their individuality by wearing matching costumes or face-covering masks. Non-white musical artists, however, adopt the alien identity in a way that enhances their individuality. Alien identity allows them to be viewed as something other than the “(insert racial/ethnic group) artist” label. Alien status also allows some non-white musicians to expand upon and deviate from the musical styles often associated with their racial/ethnic category.
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