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Switched on Pop

Is country the new hip hop?

Jul 23, 2024
The podcast explores the rise of country music on the charts, discussing Beyoncé's genre-busting album impacting the country sound. Post Malone's transition to country music and the fusion of country and hip-hop music are also analyzed. Will country replace hip hop for good?
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Quick takeaways

  • Country music is evolving with genre-busting hits like Beyoncé’s 'Cowboy Carter'
  • Hip-hop and country music share common musical roots despite modern marketing distinctions

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Emerging Trends in Music Genres

Country music and hip-hop are blending in modern music trends as seen with artists like Shaboozy, Post Malone, and others. There is a noticeable decline in hip hop songs on the charts in recent years, while country music has been gaining more prominence. Streaming services play a significant role in this shift, with country music fans catching up to pop and hip hop listeners in streaming counts.

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