#music-trends
#music-trends

1 week ago

Alex Warren: You'll Be Alright Kid

Post-Hozier Epic Sad Guy Music has emerged, shaping contemporary pop through emotive themes and rich production.

Artists like Alex Warren reflect Hozier's influence while approaching music with a secular perspective.

Music

3 weeks ago

The Real Rap Songs of the Summer

The article highlights rap songs from smaller regions, emphasizing personal connections to music.

fromLos Angeles Times

Baby raves?! There was just one in L.A. and it was weird and wild with glow sticks galore

Natalie Briones, a toddler, attended her first baby rave where she expressed excitement for Lenny Pearce's remixes, showing a strong connection to the music.

London music

fromwww.newyorker.com

What Will Be the Song of the Summer?

The song of the summer is characterized not solely by popularity, but by a tune that embeds itself in the listener's subconscious during hot months.

NYC music

fromBusiness Insider

After 'Royals' became a smash hit, Lorde traded in pop perfection for mess

Lorde's album "Virgin" reflects a cultural shift towards authenticity in pop music, embracing raw themes.

fromconsequence.net

Coldplay's "Sparks" Enters Hot 100 for First Time After Viral TikTok About Chris Martin and Dakota Johnson's Breakup

TikTok revitalizes old music hits, as seen with Coldplay's 'Sparks' entering Hot 100.

fromThe Verge

2 months ago

Apple has a new 'Viral' playlist on Apple Music and Shazam

Apple is launching a new global Viral Chart playlist in Apple Music that highlights tracks discovered via its Shazam service, updated daily to reflect real-time trends.

NYC music

fromConsequence

3 months ago

After The White Stripes, Who's Next? Predicting the Next 2000s-Era Acts to Be Inducted into Rock Hall

The induction of The White Stripes signals a new era in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, focusing on 2000s artists.

LA Clippers

fromstupidDOPE

3 months ago

Beyonce's Cowboy Carter Tour Announced: Dates, Fashion Collabs, and a Deeper Impact | stupidDOPE

Beyoncé announces a new tour while demonstrating her commitment to community through a major donation to fire relief efforts.

Brooklyn

3 months ago

Let Me Show You How to Bip: Tracing the Origins of Hip-Hop's Favorite New Word

Hip-hop acts as a platform for new slang and language from Black America to reach mainstream culture.

fromPortland Monthly

The Biggest Portland Concerts of Winter 2024-2025

Instead of tours promoting new releases, anniversary gigs dominate marquees across the country. Sometimes, this is great. Instead of time traveling in the shower or the car, you get to spend a night in the past.

NYC music

Music production

fromVulture

4 months ago

Which Pop Stars Need to Return to Their Roots?

Lady Gaga successfully returns to her rock-influenced dance roots with her latest album, engaging fans with nostalgic sounds.

Relaunching an early musical style can be both risky and rewarding for pop artists.

Fashion & style

fromVulture

4 months ago

She Knows You Dream of Jennie

Jennie, the Blackpink singer, establishes her independence through her solo debut album and self-created label.

Miscellaneous

5 months ago

SlimeGetEm: GetEm

Drill music artists struggle to distinguish themselves due to a homogenous sound but innovation in production can create standout moments.

Music

fromThe New Yorker

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

The Best Pop Songs of 2024

2024 saw a resurgence in impactful music events, with notable successes from Taylor Swift and Charli XCX, along with a notable Drake-Kendrick feud.

AI Podcasts Hosts Have an Existential CrisisIntentionally

Spotify Wrapped now includes AI-generated podcasts analyzing music preferences, reflecting the increase in AI technology in media.

Music

fromSecret NYC

These Were The Most Streamed Songs In NYC In 2024...According To Spotify Wrapped

Spotify Wrapped offers a personalized reflection of music preferences while showcasing global trends, including NYC's top artists, songs, and albums of 2024.

fromFast Company