What’s the official song of the summer? The chart data has spoken
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??? Is it that sweet? I guess so...Sabrina Carpenter's “Espresso” is in first place for song of the summer according to critics, fans, and a Spotify conspiracy theory. But the summer of 2024 has other contenders for its soundtrack i.e. Kendrick Lamar,? Tinashe, Chappell Roan, Tommy Richman, Shaboozey, Billie Ellish, and more.??
["Espresso"] a top 10 mainstay on the Hot 100 since its release - Billboard
In other news...
Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” music video is finally out! And ICYMI it has already amassed over 15 million views on YouTube. Not to mention, The Pop Out: Ken & Friends concert set a new record for Amazon Music. The sold-out live show earned the most minutes watched for the platform.?Wop Wop Wop Wop Wop! ??
?? Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music are reportedly the big three of music streaming. Shocking? Not really. Intriguing? Yes! According to Digital Music News’ DMN Pro data, the following streaming services account for 90.5% of U.S. subscribers collectively.??
?? Apparently, Verzuz is making a comeback?! The online music battle platform co-founded by Swizz Beatz and Timbaland recently announced a new distribution deal with Elon Musk’s X.
Calling all Brats! It’s a brat summer ?? Charlie XCX’s latest album Brat (with the lo-fi text and neon-lime green cover) spearheaded a whole aesthetic, popularized by Gen Z. Unapologetic, carefree, super cool––we love it!??
?After previously clearing his Instagram account, Sean “Diddy” Combs temporarily breaks his silence amid ongoing lawsuits and accusations. What’s more, the music mogul returned his key to the city per request from New York City Mayor Eric Adams.
Extra, extra read all about it!
??The Cowboy Carter effect is totally real! More specifically, the Beyoncé effect overall. Earlier this year, Beyonce released her anticipated country album Cowboy Carter. Interestingly, the LP kickstarted an uptick across the genre, mainly for Black listeners. Nielsen recently reported a 40% increase in listenership among Black 18-34 year olds.
Here are the country artists (and collaborators) who saw an increase in first-time listenership after Cowboy Carter's release:
via The Hollywood Reporter
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7 个月Definitely insightful and has some great headlines!!
Love this breakdown on the data behind these summer hits, thanks for sharing!