Music Consumption
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Music
The New Gatekeepers: Analyzing Shifting Music Consumption Trends
More than 100,000 new songs are uploaded to streaming platforms every day. This data point reveals the massive shift in music consumption, where fans and algorithms are the new gatekeepers.
Andre Silva·April 4, 2026

Music
Why Niche Music Is Going Mainstream: The Factors Driving Its Global Appeal
Music that is more than five years old now makes up close to 50% of total streams on major platforms, signaling a profound shift in how we discover and connect with music. This isn't just nostalgia; it's a new era where mainstream and underground blur.
Andre Silva·April 2, 2026