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27/04/2025 Jake & Mia

Algorithm Bias in Music: Is It Killing Genre Diversity?

Algorithms are the brains behind music recommendation engines like those on Spotify, YouTube Music, or Apple Music. These algorithms analyze mountains of data—your likes, skips, playlist adds, search queries—and use it to create personalized suggestions. Sounds great in...

23/04/2025 Jake & Mia

Streaming Charts: True Popularity or Just Algorithmic Smoke and Mirrors?

Streaming charts are meant to reflect the music that people love and are actively listening to. On paper, it’s a beautifully democratic process. Every stream equals one vote, right? Whether you’re blasting it in your car, vibing on...

21/04/2025 Jake & Mia

Apple Music Exclusives: Game-Changer or Visibility Killer?

Apple Music exclusives were a game-changer when they first hit the scene. Back in 2015, artists like Drake, Frank Ocean, and Taylor Swift dropped projects that were available exclusively on Apple’s streaming platform. Apple made a bold move, cutting deals...

17/04/2025 Jake & Mia

The TikTok Revolution: Changing the Rules of Music and Hitmaking

Gone are the days when radio airplay or even Spotify playlists solely determined a hit. TikTok flipped the equation by democratizing music discovery. Here’s why: Short-form content, maximum impact: TikTok’s default video length—15 to 60 seconds—means users only...

15/04/2025 Jake & Mia

Curated Playlists: The New Power Players Shaping the Music Industry

Let’s rewind a bit. Back in the day, music discovery was dominated by radio DJs, MTV, and record store employees who would tip you off on must-hear releases. Fast forward to now, and we’ve entered the age of...

12/04/2025 Jake & Mia

Behind the Beats: How Does Spotify Decide Which Songs Become Viral?

First things first—Spotify knows you better than you know yourself. No, really. Every time you hit play, skip, save, or replay, Spotify is taking notes. It collects billions of data points daily to fine-tune its recommendations. Here are some...

09/04/2025 Jake & Mia

The Gatekeepers and Trendsetters: How Streaming Platforms Are Shaping Global Music Trends

Ever wondered how that banger you keep replaying found its way into your Discover Weekly? Spotify’s recommendation algorithms balance intricate data points, from your listening habits to the playlists a track appears in, and even the listening preferences of...

03/04/2025 Jake & Mia

Afrobeats: The Rhythm That’s Redefining Global Pop

Before we dive into its global impact, let’s get something straight: Afrobeats (with an "s") is *not* the same as Afrobeat. The latter refers to a specific genre created by the legendary Nigerian musician Fela Kuti in the late...

30/03/2025 Jake & Mia

Bollywood vs. Indie: The New Wave Redefining the Asian Music Scene

Bollywood has long been synonymous with Indian music, combining melodrama with symphonies that become instant classics. But here’s the kicker: Bollywood is no longer the monolith it used to be. Over the years, it’s evolved into a melting...

27/03/2025 Jake & Mia

The Global Music Revolution: How Regional Sounds Are Taking Over

The world is dancing—and it’s all thanks to Latin music. Over the last decade, Latin genres like reggaeton, bachata, and Latin trap have skyrocketed in popularity. But why is Latin music taking over global charts like never before...

24/03/2025 Jake & Mia

Scandinavian Pop Producers: The Unsung Architects of Global Hits

First off, Scandinavia boasts a unique cultural environment where music isn’t just a pastime—it’s practically a part of their DNA. According to official reports, Nordic countries like Sweden invest heavily in music education. A 2019 study by the...

21/03/2025 Jake & Mia

K-pop: How This Cultural Tsunami Took Over the World

Let’s get one thing straight: K-pop isn’t just about the music—it’s a feast for the senses. With high-budget, cinematic music videos, jaw-dropping outfits, and cutting-edge visuals, K-pop idols don’t just sing—they transport you into...

18/03/2025 Jake & Mia

Reclaiming Tradition in the Digital Era: The Reinvention of Indigenous Music

First things first: the internet has democratized music in ways we couldn’t have imagined 20 years ago. Thanks to social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, indigenous music has shelved its “niche” label and entered mainstream conversations. Think about...

15/03/2025 Jake & Mia

The Rise of French Rap: Why the World Can’t Get Enough

One of the defining characteristics of French rap is its cultural richness. France, with its diverse immigrant communities, has long been a melting pot of African, Arab, and European influences, and French rap reflects that in its sound, style, and...

13/03/2025 Jake & Mia

From Oud to Auto-Tune: The Influence of Middle Eastern Music on Global Pop

One of the most noticeable elements of Middle Eastern music influencing global pop is its iconic instruments. The earthy tones of the oud, sometimes referred to as "the grandfather of the guitar," have made cameo appearances in pop tracks by...

10/03/2025 Jake & Mia

Brazilian Funk: The Global Soundtrack You Didn't Know You Needed

First, let's clear up any confusion: Brazilian funk—also known as funk carioca—shares a name with the U.S.-born funk of the '70s, but these genres are worlds apart. Brazilian funk originated in the favelas of Rio...

07/03/2025 Jake & Mia

Latin Music’s Global Takeover: How It’s Taking the World by Storm

We can’t talk about Latin music’s success without mentioning the game-changer: streaming services. Platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube didn’t just create a space for genres to thrive outside traditional radio—they helped fuel Latin artists...

04/03/2025 Jake & Mia

UK Drill: How Its Cuts and Flows Are Taking Over the World

Before we talk about where UK drill is going, it’s worth revisiting where it came from. The genre’s roots trace back to the early 2010s, blossoming out of South London areas like Brixton, Peckham, and Croydon. Drawing inspiration...

01/03/2025 Jake & Mia

Exploring the Uptick of Psychedelic Rap in Modern Music

Psychedelic rap is a fusion of psychedelic music and hip-hop. It’s where surreal meets street, and the overall soundscape is anything but ordinary. Incorporating trippy sounds, ethereal vibes, and introspective lyrics, this genre pushes the boundaries of conventional hip-hop...

01/03/2025 Jake & Mia

Exploring the Uptick of Psychedelic Rap in Modern Music

Psychedelic rap is a fusion of psychedelic music and hip-hop. It’s where surreal meets street, and the overall soundscape is anything but ordinary. Incorporating trippy sounds, ethereal vibes, and introspective lyrics, this genre pushes the boundaries of conventional hip-hop...

24/02/2025 Jake & Mia

A Deep Dive into the Comeback of Jazz Fusion

Once a genre that captivated avant-garde ears, jazz fusion fell away sometime in the late '80s. However, it has recently witnessed an unexpected resurgence in popularity, particularly amongst younger audiences. Is this resurgence a fleeting trend or the beginning...

21/02/2025 Jake & Mia

Exploring AI's Disruption on Music Genres

AI, or Artificial Intelligence, is software that learns patterns and generates new content based on those patterns. In music, AI has been used to compose songs that sound like they've been crafted by human composers. Companies like OpenAI have developed...

21/02/2025 Jake & Mia

Exploring AI's Disruption on Music Genres

AI, or Artificial Intelligence, is software that learns patterns and generates new content based on those patterns. In music, AI has been used to compose songs that sound like they've been crafted by human composers. Companies like OpenAI have developed...

19/02/2025 Jake & Mia

Regional Mexican Beats Reshaping Global Pop Culture

How, you may ask, did this exotic flavor find its way to the mainstream? To answer that, let's briefly roll back a few years. Ranchera, Norteño, Corrido, and Bandas are the four main regional Mexican music genres. But back...

16/02/2025 Jake & Mia

The Blend is Trending: Electronic Meets Folk Music

The burgeoning folktronica genre—or electronic folk if you prefer—is nothing if not surprising. Folk music, with its earthy, sincere storytelling, and electronic music, the realm of future-facing beats and bass, sound like worlds apart, right? Not so fast...

12/02/2025 Jake & Mia

Glitchcore: The Sound of Gen Z's Digital Revolution

Glitchcore, in a nutshell, is a genre that embraces the digital artifacts most of us spend hours trying to eliminate—digital pops, skips, and glitches are the driving force behind this radical new sound. Born out of its predecessors glitch...

09/02/2025 Jake & Mia

The Power of Gaming Soundtracks In Today's Music Scene

Video game music has come a long way from the simplistic melodies of the 8-bit era. Modern games now feature richly detailed and emotionally compelling music that rivals the best that film and television have to offer. The Guardian notes...

09/02/2025 Jake & Mia

The Power of Gaming Soundtracks In Today's Music Scene

Video game music has come a long way from the simplistic melodies of the 8-bit era. Modern games now feature richly detailed and emotionally compelling music that rivals the best that film and television have to offer. The Guardian notes...

06/02/2025 Jake & Mia

Phonk Fever: The Underground Sound Taking Over Social Media

Phonk started in the early 2010s as an underground movement inspired by the raw energy of 1990s Memphis rap and classic funk. Its name is often associated with a sense of drift—a blending of past and present sounds that...

05/02/2025 Jake & Mia

Hyperpop Unleashed: The Digital Revolution in Pop Music

Hyperpop emerged from the fringes of the internet, a melting pot of experimental ideas and a desire to break away from the cookie-cutter formula of mainstream pop. In the early 2010s, a group of boundary-pushing producers and artists began experimenting...

04/02/2025 Jake & Mia

The Amapiano Revolution: From South African Roots to a Global Dance Phenomenon

Amapiano emerged from the vibrant urban landscapes of South Africa over the past few years. This genre reflects the rich cultural tapestry of the region, merging traditional African musical elements with contemporary house and pop influences. The name “amapiano” literally...

03/02/2025 Jake & Mia

Emerging Soundscapes: The Future of Musical Genres

Amapiano, a genre born in South Africa, has quickly morphed from a local dance floor favorite to an international sensation. With its smooth, jazzy piano melodies and deep, bass-driven rhythms, Amapiano offers a refreshing alternative to the electronic dominance of...