The Cultural Review

Music Revival

3 articles

A retro-futuristic Tokyo cityscape at sunset with a vintage car driving on a coastal highway, capturing the essence of 80s City Pop.
Music

What is City Pop and Why Is This 80s Japanese Genre Back?

Decades after its 1980s Japanese peak, the distinct, sun-drenched sound of City Pop now shapes today's pop and electronic music, sampled by global producers.

Andre Silva·September 17, 2026
Diverse young people celebrating music, with holographic projections of 80s synth-pop artists and traditional musicians, symbolizing global music revivals.
Music

Top 3 Global Music Revivals and Their Significance

In 2022, Gen Z's discovery of 80s synth-pop on TikTok led to a 400% increase in searches for artists like Kate Bush and Tears for Fears.

Andre Silva·August 5, 2026
A soulful singer performing in a dimly lit juke joint, embodying the spirit of Southern Soul music with a blend of tradition and modernity.
Music

Southern Soul Music: Identity, Authenticity, and Revival

In 2016, acclaimed soul artist Leon Bridges faced a jarring disconnect with his audience at a festival when he dared to mix his 60s-inspired R&B with a modern classic, prompting a significant shift in

Andre Silva·April 30, 2026