Three Artists On the Rise
In this month’s spotlight, three artists on the rise: Alt-pop performer sombr (real name Shane Michael Boose) is a NYC…
Author: Lauren Rogers
Pop reviewer and fan. Love music, puppies, and designer purses.
How TikTok is Rewriting the Pop Song Structure
For decades, the pop song formula was almost sacred: intro, verse, pre-chorus, chorus, verse, pre-chorus, chorus, bridge, chorus, outro. It…
Is Indie Now Mainstream?
For decades, the music industry operated with a clear, almost rigid, distinction between “indie” and “mainstream.” Indie artists toiled in…
Why Your Favorite Venue Might Be Struggling
When you walk into your favorite club or mid-size venue, it might look full — but behind the scenes, the…
The $86 Billion Stage: Why Independent Venues Matter More Than Ever
Independent venues aren’t just places to play. They’re the backbone of the live music economy — and they’re carrying more…
What Rising Touring Costs Mean for Artists
For touring musicians, 2025 feels heavier. literally and financially. Inflation, insurance hikes, and climbing artist fees are squeezing the independent…
Hyperpop: A Cultural Movement?
More than just a genre, hyperpop feels like a cultural moment – a vibrant, chaotic, and often ironic maximalist aesthetic…
Popnomics Podcast: State of Live Report
View our series of blog posts breaking out data from the 2025 State of Live Report – National Independent Venue…
Yup. Another Pop Music Quiz for You
For this one, you’ll need to know your artists…and your fruit. You’ll see. Knowledge Scale: Medium
Peach Pit’s Magpie: Yeah, I’m Late to the Party
There’s a particular kind of embarrassment that comes with discovering something everyone else already loved. You stumble into a band’s…