#pop-music

#pop-music

Diverse music reviews and new releases shared daily, updated playlist weekly. [ more ]

Sia's diverse career spans multiple genres, from pop star to hit songwriter for major artists, overcoming personal struggles and controversies. [ more ]

Diverse new queer music mix for summer vibes. [ more ]

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 ]

The Veronicas were heavily influenced by their rock upbringing in their latest album.

The album 'Gothic Summer' explores the duality of abstract art and pop music. [ more ]

Empress Of discusses her new album during press activities like a show and an appearance on Radio 1.

The new album features more pop-sounding songs, marking a departure from her earlier experimental tracks. [ more ]

Amaarae started as a rapper but transitioned to a singer based on advice from a family member.

Amaarae's music blends various genres and influences from her diverse upbringing. [ more ]

Antonoff's influence on modern pop music can be traced back to '80s influences like Bruce Springsteen's 'I'm On Fire'.

Some critics see Jack Antonoff's work as derivative, drawing heavily from '80s sounds like Springsteen, R.E.M., Phil Collins, and even Danny Elfman. [ more ]

Kylie Minogue has sold over 80 million records globally.

Minogue performed a medley of her hit songs at the O2 Arena. [ more ]

Miley Cyrus and Pharrell Williams released a collaborative song "Doctor (Work It Out)" after a decade of working on it together.

The song is a mix of Pharrell's pop style and Miley's signature sound, with a catchy chorus and a music video directed by Jacob Bixenman. [ more ]

Gap's spring campaign is inspired by Jungle's viral song and music video, featuring dance choreography and fluid camera movements.

The campaign aims to appeal to young consumers, showcasing Gap's linen apparel through digital, out-of-home, and social media ads. [ more ]

Exploration of pop music whistle emotional range.

Billy Joel's iconic whistling solo in The Stranger. [ more ]

Pop music in 2024 is seeing a wave of highly anticipated album releases from popular artists.

Queer artists are also making waves with their enthralling releases. [ more ]

Zara Larsson embraces her place in pop music as a top artist in a competitive industry.

Her latest album Venus is described as a love letter to her fans and includes a new gay anthem. [ more ]

Billy Joel has had 33 songs in the Top 40, accounting for about a quarter of everything he's written and recorded.

Critics have reassessed Billy Joel's work and concluded that he is a better pop songwriter than previously perceived. [ more ]

Women dominated the 66th annual Grammy Awards with Taylor Swift's history-making album of the year win.

The wins signify a change for the Grammys, which have been criticized for overlooking female artists in the past. [ more ]

Pop music is increasingly referencing mental health topics such as panic attacks and therapy.

Mental health references in pop music have become more normalized and even romanticized. [ more ]

Disney Channel became a huge influence on pre-teen and teenage culture in the mid-2000s through its live-action shows and original movies.

Disney focused on the strategy of discovering and promoting teen stars who would release pop music while starring in Disney Channel TV shows and movies. [ more ]

Justin Timberlake has released a new song and video titled 'Selfish,' which is a teaser for his upcoming album 'Everything I Thought It Was.'

The video shows Timberlake's trial-and-error process of making the video and received close to 300,000 views on YouTube within hours of launching. [ more ]

Britney Spears' hit song '...Baby One More Time' was originally written for TLC and then Deborah Cox.

Spears' success helped shape the modern blueprint for pop stars in the new millennium. [ more ]

1974 had a wide variety of albums reach No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart

One album reached No. 1 nearly two years after its release due to the death of its maker [ more ]

Kali Uchis' fourth studio album, Orquideas, is an album of breezy confidence and sly ingenuity.

Orquideas seamlessly blends futuristic electronics, 90s nostalgia, and Latin roots, showcasing Uchis' fluid bilingualism. [ more ]

1974 saw a total of 23 different albums reach No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart.

The Carpenters' album "The Singles: 1969-1973" was their only No. 1 album. [ more ]

Eddie Vedder's producer, Andrew Watt, is a highly sought-after producer in the modern rock and pop industry.

Watt has worked with legendary artists like Ozzy Osbourne, Elton John, Mick Jagger, and Paul McCartney. [ more ]

Pop music in 2023 was characterized by a blend of nostalgic sounds and fresh, futuristic elements.

Some notable pop releases of 2023 included the album '10,000 gecs' by 100 gecs and 'Fountain Baby' by Amaarae. [ more ]

The New York Times pop music critics' year-end lists cover a wide range of music genres.

There are both common favorites and divergent choices among the critics' top albums of the year. [ more ]

Swifties around the world are getting tattoos of Taylor Swift's face to show their devotion to the pop star.

Tattoos are inspired by Swift's album artwork, song lyrics, and concert experiences. [ more ]

Nicki Minaj has released her long-awaited 5th studio album Pink Friday 2, featuring the track 'Pink Friday Girls' which combines her pop sound with a sample of 'Girls Just Want to Have Fun' by Cyndi Lauper.

Rina Sawayama has released a bonus edition of her album 'Hold The Girl' along with the new single 'Flavour of the Month', showcasing her unique pop sound and enigmatic symbolism. [ more ]

Taylor Swift named Time's person of the year for her impact and achievements

Swift's success spans various areas including music, streaming, and touring [ more ]

Vince Clarke, a successful electronic musician from the 1980s, discusses Eurorack and his personal solo album.

Clarke is known for his pop sensibility and his contributions to bands like Depeche Mode, Yazoo, and Erasure.

He is considered an important pioneer in making synthesizers more prominent in pop music. [ more ]