Good Noticings Noticing Charli XCX, The Effects of Streaming, and Lady Gaga
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Nov 19, 2025 Dive into the digital world as Charli XCX shares insights on her Substack journey. Explore the romantasy boom and its grip on readers seeking escapism. The impact of streaming on music is dissected, revealing how algorithms shape what we hear. A thought-provoking look at the fading moviegoing experience offers a glance at the future of cinema. Finally, Lady Gaga's evolution and her latest tour show her resilience and creativity. Tune in for this captivating blend of culture and commentary!
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Artists Use Substack As Direct PR
- Claire and Ashley discuss Charli XCX using Substack to control narrative and promote creative projects directly.
- They note PR and celebrity self-marketing now blend, making platforms like Substack strategic outlets for artists.
Romantasy Fills Anxiety With Predictable Escape
- The hosts summarize 'romantasy' as predictable adult fairy tales that deliver safe escapism and clear endings.
- They link the genre's popularity to cultural uncertainty and postponed adulthood.
Empowerment And Predestination Coexist
- Ashley highlights that romantasy often pairs female empowerment with removed agency and predestination.
- She argues the genre mixes self-actualization with tropes that undercut true choice.
