How Pop Music Took Over the Genre Scene
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How did pop music take over the genre scene? It’s a question that has long baffled music fans and historians alike. But there’s no denying that pop music is now the dominant force in the music world. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at how pop music came to dominate the genre scene.
The Mainstreaming of Pop
In the past decade, pop music has taken over the airwaves. It is the most listened to genre of music and it is not going anywhere anytime soon. Let’s take a look at how pop music took over the genre scene.
The commercialization of pop
The commercialization of pop music has led to a decrease in the popularity of genre-based music. In the past, people would listen to music based on their favorite type of music, but now people are more likely to listen to whatever is popular at the moment. This is because pop music is more widely accessible and it is easier to find songs that you like. There are also more genres of pop music now, so there is something for everyone.
The commercialization of pop music has also led to an increase in the number of people who are interested in the genre. Because pop music is so widely available, more people are exposed to it and they become interested in it. This has led to a larger audience for pop music and a higher demand for new and popular songs.
The globalization of pop
With the rise of the internet and social media, the globalization of pop music has taken on a whole new meaning. Pop music is now enjoyed by people all over the world, thanks to the power of the internet and social media platforms like YouTube and Spotify.
This globalization of pop music has had a huge impact on the music industry, as well as on the artists themselves. Artists from all over the world are now able to reach new audiences, and they are also able to learn from each other and create new fusions of genres.
The globalization of pop music has also led to a rise in popularity for electronic dance music (EDM). This genre of music was originally popularized in Europe, but it has now taken over the world, thanks to its infectious rhythms and catchy melodies.
There is no doubt that the globalization of pop music has had a positive impact on the world of music. It has opened up new opportunities for artists, and it has created a more diverse and inclusive scene.
The Decline of Genres
It seems like every day, a new pop song is taking over the airwaves. All genres of music are being replaced by this new, catchy sound. Even country radio stations are playing pop songs! What’s causing this decline of genres?
The death of the album
The album as we know it is dying. In its place is a new listening experience, one defined not by discrete songs or even by genres, but by moods.
This shift has been years in the making, and it has profound implications not just for the music industry but for anyone who cares about pop music.
The death of the album is not just about declining sales; it’s about how we listen to music. For decades, the album was the primary unit of musical consumption. We bought albums, we talked about albums, we reviewed albums. But now, fewer and fewer people are listening to albums in their entirety. We’re more likely to stream a song on Spotify than to buy an album on iTunes; more likely to watch a music video on YouTube than to listen to an album on our phones.
And when we do listen to music, we’re more likely to do so on shuffle mode, picking and choosing individual songs rather than sitting down and listening to an album from start to finish.
This shift away from albums has been hastened by the rise of streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music, which allow us to listen to whatever we want, whenever we want, without ever having to actually purchase anything. But the death of the album predates streaming; it’s been happening slowly but surely for many years now.
The truth is that the Album Era was always something of a fluke. The vast majority of popular music has never been consumed inalbum form; most people have always preferred to pick and choose their favorite songs rather than listen to an entire record from startto finish. It’s only in recent years that the album has come to be seen as the “proper” wayto consume music.
But with the rise of streaming services and the decline of sales, that are startingto change. And as more and more people consume music in nontraditional ways,the very idea of what an “album” is will continue to change as well.
The rise of the single
The album as we know it started to take form in the early 20th century, with 78 RPM records consisting of a few songs each. By the 1950s, the standard format had become the 33⅓ RPM long-playing (LP) record, which could hold around 20 minutes of music per side. While albums continued to grow in popularity throughout the following decades, singles—stand-alone songs released for radio play—remained the dominant format for popular music.
This began to change in the 1980s with the advent of cassette tapes and CDs, which allowed music fans to easily copy and share their favorite songs. As digital downloading and streaming became more prevalent in the 2000s, singles once again became the primary way that people consumed music. Today, albums are often seen as a platform for artists to promote their latest single, rather than as a standalone work of art.
The rise of the single has had a significant impact on the music industry. For one, it has led to a decline in album sales. In addition, it has shifted the focus of artist promotion from album tours to appearances on late-night talk shows and other television programs. Finally, it has changed the way that hits are measured, with streaming data now playing a major role in determining which songs are most popular.
The decline of the music video
Music videos were once a key part of the music industry and helped to define the look and feel of pop music. However, in recent years, they have declined in popularity and today are largely seen as a relic of the past.
There are a number of reasons for this decline, chief among them being the rise of streaming services such as Spotify and Apple Music. These platforms allow users to listen to music without having to watch a video, and as such, there is less demand for music videos.
In addition, the cost of making music videos has also increased, meaning that fewer artists are able to afford to produce them. This has led to a decline in the quality of music videos, which has further contributed to their decline in popularity.
It is possible that music videos may make a comeback in the future, but for now, they remain in decline.
The Dominance of Pop
Pop music has been gradually taking over the genre scene for the past few years. While other genres like rock and hip-hop used to be at the top, pop has now taken over. Why has this happened? There are a few reasons. One reason is that pop music is more accessible than other genres.
The ubiquity of pop
What is pop music? The answer seems simple enough—just turn on the radio. But as with anything else, the devil is in the details. Which radio station? What time of day? In which country? All of these factors play a role in what you’re likely to hear.
And pop music, as a genre, has never been more popular. According to Nielsen Music, in 2019, 39% of all music consumed in the U.S. was pop—the highest percentage since the company began tracking data in 1991. Hip-hop/R&B came in second at 24%, followed by rock (16%), Latin (4%), and then all other genres combined (13%).
So how did we get here? How did pop music come to dominate the airwaves and our Spotify playlists? We can trace it back to a few key moments—times when pop music changed course and found new ways to stay relevant in a rapidly evolving world.
The popularity of streaming
While there are plenty of ways to consume music these days, streaming has become the most popular way to do so, especially when it comes to pop music. In fact, according to a report from the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI), around 55% of all music revenue in 2019 came from streaming platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music. That’s up from just 10% in 2015!
There are a number of reasons why streaming has become so popular, but one of the biggest is simply convenience. It’s easier than ever to access millions of songs at any time and place with just a few taps on your smartphone. And thanks to algorithms that suggest new music based on your listening habits, it’s also easier than ever to discover new songs and artists that you’ll love.
Of course, this convenience comes at a price. The monthly subscription fees for these streaming services can add up over time, and many people are concerned about the impact this business model has on artists and songwriters who may not be getting fairly compensated for their work. Nevertheless, it seems clear that streaming is here to stay — and pop music is benefiting from this trend more than any other genre.
Pop music has been dominative for years now, with many different genres and sub-genres falling under its umbrella. The influence of social media has been integral to the rise and dominance of pop music. With platforms such as YouTube and Spotify, artists are able to reach a wider audience more easily than ever before. In addition, social media allows for fans to connect with artists and share their music with friends, family, and strangers alike. This sharing increases the popularity of pop music and solidifies its place atop the genre charts.
