Navigating Music Discovery in the TikTok Era

This chapter examines the changing landscape of music discovery, focusing on the contrast between traditional methods and the influence of modern platforms like TikTok. It reflects on the conflicts listeners face regarding their enjoyment of contemporary music and questions the value of fleeting pleasures in contrast to lasting significance. Additionally, the chapter discusses the evolving role of music critics and the broader cultural implications of how music is consumed and critiqued today.