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The Decline of the Music Industry

The Decline of the Music Industry

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 In this episode of "The Industry," Baghead engages listeners on prominent issues impacting the music industry such as the declining status of music journalism, the impact of music media on the industry, the influential role of platforms like TikTok on music trends, and the growing trend of K-pop. Baghead explores the fallout of layoffs and shutdowns in music journalism, examining the effects of the loss of major outlets like Pitchfork on the wider industry. The role of music publications as promotional vehicles and narrative creators is also discussed, emphasizing their importance in fostering fandom and differentiating artists. The influence of TikTok as a platform for viral content despite a lack of real talent is examined alongside its role in shrinking song durations. Lastly, the rise of K-pop in line with these industry trends is scrutinized, particularly in terms of song durations due to western influence.
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