Switched on Pop cover image

Switched on Pop

Adult Contemporary, but make it cool (with CHROMEO)

Feb 20, 2024
CHROMEO, the Canadian Electro-Funk duo, challenges adult contemporary music norms with their latest album. The podcast discusses themes of maturity, sexiness, and insomnia coping mechanisms in their funky tunes. Explore the influence of Steely Dan on music and the importance of trust in relationships for longevity.
29:54

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

  • Chromio challenges adult contemporary norms by infusing mature themes with funky sounds.
  • Chromio aims to bridge maturity and sensuality in their album 'Adult Contemporary'.

Deep dives

Redefined meaning of adult contemporary music

The podcast episode delves into the concept of adult contemporary music and how it has evolved over time. Initially associated with safe, middle-of-the-road music for adults, adult contemporary music is now being redefined by artists like Chromio. The Canadian duo challenges the label by combining mature themes with funky, danceable sounds, reinvigorating the genre and appealing to a millennial audience. They discuss the contrast between the traditional perception of adult contemporary music and their approach, highlighting the need for music that reflects the experiences of adults in contemporary times.

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode