In just under one generation, we moved from appreciating albums as cohesive works to consuming individual tracks, and then to music becoming reduced to muzak: background noise for gaming, viral videos, or endless scrolling. Disappearing is music as an art in its own right, which commands sustained attention and deep engagement. A song’s success is... See more

Certain songs or genres of music become tied to cultural moments, shaping the identity of entire generations. For example, the music of The Beatles, Michael Jackson, or Madonna not only holds personal significance for many individuals but also represents broader cultural movements. These artists’ songs are often tied to specific decades,... See more

Is There Any Escape from the Spotify Syndrome? - The New Yorker