On TikTok, pop stars — Halsey, FKA Twigs, and Florence Welch among them — have been complaining a lot lately about their labels forcing them to make TikToks. As people spent the early part of the pandemic staring at their phones instead of flocking to concerts, the short-form-video social-media platform upended music discovery. In many cases, it gave unknown ... Show More
Jun 30
Music only the World Cup could make
The quadrennial soccer (or fútbol, depending who you talk to) competition is upon us again: it's the FIFA World Cup! And while the World Cup is a sporting event, it's still relevant to the folks at Switched On Pop, because every four years a new crop of songs gets commissioned to ... Show More
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Jun 2023
World Don’t Revolve Around You Girl, You Not The Only One
TikTok music has emerged as a cultural phenomenon, captivating millions of users around the world with its catchy tunes and viral dance challenges. The platform has become a breeding ground for music discovery and promotion, propelling artists to stardom and shaping popular music ... Show More
9m 2s