Elias Leight
Reporter covering the music business for The Wall Street Journal, offering expertise on trends in live music and concert culture.
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Jan 13, 2026 • 19min
Did Social Media Kill the Dance Floor?
In this lively discussion, Elias Leight, a music business reporter for The Wall Street Journal, examines the curious trend of young people shying away from dancing due to social media fears. He highlights how this phenomenon affects live performances and artists' interactions with audiences. The conversation covers the clash between TikTok choreography and spontaneous dancing, the impact of societal pressures on personal expression, and the potential of phone-free shows to revive the dance floor vibe. Practical tips for reinvigorating the groove wrap up their engaging chat.
Oct 19, 2023 • 44min
Where are All the New Pop Stars? (with Billboard's Elias Leight)
Billboard's Elias Leight discusses the challenges faced by new pop stars in achieving and sustaining mainstream success in the Tik Tok era. They explore the changing dynamics of pop stardom, the challenges of mainstream success while maintaining niche appeal, and the difficulties pop artists encounter in reaching a broader audience. They also discuss the importance of building genuine connections with fans and the impact of TikTok on pop music.
