Having read many thought provoking posts on steemit since becoming a member a week or so ago, I've been gratefully awash with lots of hugely interesting content that I've really enjoyed immersing myself in fully; ideas and perspectives that I have further pondered and processed at some length. It's plain to see that the intellect and creativity inspiring catalysts of quality content in all of this are the steemit platform itself, the creators and the curators. Ok, this, we were in no doubt about, but oh, what a beautiful marriage of minds it is!
On observing the trends and the community dynamics closely since my joining, I have reached some conclusions that I'd like to share with you. I'm not claiming to have had some kind of unique epiphany here; I'm aware that my findings might well resonate with those of you who have already reached similar conclusions.
But to sum up my findings; Steemit is Ingenious and I AM a believer.
Now to expand on my evaluation a little -
I believe that as this platform matures and brings further like-minded's into the fold, we will be increasingly able to identify ourselves, both individually and collectively, as actively involved gate-keepers, who are setting the wider eco-system's narrative via quality output and curation of contributions - Here we recognise ourselves as valued members of a community with a purpose, taking pride and ownership in our participation.
We know the saying - 'information is power'. Well, steemit is the information trojan horse; a truly disruptive breakthrough that will burst the bubble of the status-quo of yesteryear, rife within alternative mediums of media and information distribution; manipulated systems where a 'select few' gate-keepers operate a top down model that sets the agenda for the majority; diluting diversity and bastardizing integrity and quality in the process; effectively sterilizing any potential for organic growth and evolution of authentic intellect and creativity.
steemit could really be such a powerful force of good against the seemingly infinite mundanity of an all too easily accessible information overload. I believe that the trending feed, for instance, will increasingly reflect the differentiation and distancing between the old approaches that we're sick and tired of and our newer, more exciting proposition. The more people come on board, the more diverse the community and mature the platform will become as a result. These qualities will become more and more visibly resonant throughout the entire steemit eco-system as we move forward.
My understanding of the technology behind steemit is limited, but as a singer and songwriter, I'm really excited by the possibilities of blockchain based music hosting and distribution. My head spins just trying to imagine what all this could mean for the music industry. I look forward to one day seeing "the blockchain music chart" - as created, curated and valued by a truly discerning audience; one brimming with all sorts of intellectuals, deep thinkers and creatives.
As with many other mediums out there, music, at least in it's most accessible forms, struggles with integrity and conscience, but I'm hopeful of a brighter future; one where steemit helps to remedy the onslaught of the wishy-washy, throw-away, candy floss for the ears that swamps the airwaves, and in doing so, becomes a great ally in supporting authenticity and soul to flourish within the sonic realm. If other, sincere artists, can see a thirst and recognition for quality on this platform, then we would have a real connoisseur's collection of immensely talented gifts grace our presence in their droves in no time at all, which can only be a very good thing. I look forward to listening to the rising music stars of steemit. They're coming!
This place could really become a treasure trove of the arts. I'm very excited to be a part of steemit and will be keenly contributing, in my own way, towards it's ongoing journey of development and evolution.
It's great to be a steemster!