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Consequence
2 weeks ago
Music

Shinedown's Brent Smith on "A Symptom of Being Human" and Olivia Rodrigo: Podcast

Authenticity drives Shinedown's success and evolution, breaking genre boundaries and industry norms. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
Music

Why spring 2024 may be the greatest diva season in pop history - from Beyonce and Taylor Swift to Billie Eilish

A surge of female pop divas is dominating the music scene this spring.
Several prominent female artists are releasing highly anticipated albums in 2024. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
1 month ago
Music

We were pioneers when country wasn't cool': Beyonce, remixes and festivals mark the return of the North American sound

Country music is experiencing a resurgence, attracting a diverse audience.
Inclusion of non-traditional figures in country music is expanding its global reach. [ more ]
www.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago
Music

Song Lyrics Really Are Getting Simpler and More Repetitive, Study Finds

Popular song lyrics have become simpler and more repetitive over the past 50 years.
The study analyzed 353,320 songs from 1970-2020 in various genres, finding increased repetition and simpler lyrics. [ more ]
Pitchfork
1 month ago
Music

Tatyana: It's Over

Pop music is becoming increasingly literal in its lyrics, lacking subtext and mystery.
Tatyana's album 'It's Over' may suffer from modern cliches, but it stands out for its catchy dance-pop tunes and refusal to compromise on melody. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
1 month ago
Music

Why Country Is Cool Again

Lainey Wilson's new single has intricate lyrics reflecting themes of resurgence and change in the country music industry.
The release of Beyoncé's upcoming country-themed album has sparked discussions about gender and race in the music industry. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
1 month ago
Music

Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran': Shakira's latest album is a monument to current pop culture

Shakira reinvented herself, staying relevant in the current music scene through her new album Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran.
The album reflects pop culture's focus on trends like TikTok, celebrity drama, and highly produced music, while also showcasing female solidarity and fortitude. [ more ]
The Atlantic
3 months ago
Music

Pitchfork's Importance Shouldn't Be Underrated

Pitchfork's merger with GQ highlights the endangered state of indie culture in the music world.
The publication's unique critical voice challenged music listeners and played a significant role in shaping music trends. [ more ]
Queerty
5 months ago
Music

Elton John wrote this song in a single day & it's still an enduring holiday hit 50 years later

Elton John released his festive song "Step Into Christmas" at the end of 1973, following the success of his albums Don't Shoot Me I'm Only the Piano Player and Goodbye Yellow Brick Road.
The song was written and recorded in just one day, with John wanting to capitalize on the trend of releasing Christmas songs that year. [ more ]
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