What makes music from the USA so popular around the globe
Of all the lasting contributions the United States of America has made to art and culture, we will forever be known as the country that gave birth to contemporary forms of music such as jazz, R&B, and, of course, rock n’ roll. Since the beginning of the 20th century, American musicians have been scripting the soundtrack of our lives with music inspired by our various backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.
But what makes American music so popular across the globe? After all, much of the music that is recorded, performed, and enjoyed here in the USA is directly influenced by musical styles from other countries. Perhaps it’s this fusion of cultural influences, seasoned with our renegade spirit, that has made American music stand out as a favourite among the international population as a definitive sound that is quite unlike any other on the planet.
Availability just may factor into the world’s love of American music as well. Thanks to Spotify and other streaming music apps, U.S. artists are able to reach a global audience and develop an international fan base without ever having to leave the States. These days, people in all four corners of the world can have knowledge of an American musical artist due to the sheer availability, ease, and convenience of discovering new artists on these international streaming platforms.
Back in 1964, when the Beatles first came to America from the U.K., a number of U.S. citizens had never even heard of the iconic mop-top quartet that went on to change the face of pop music. It wasn’t until their groundbreaking performance on The Ed Sullivan Show that they became a household name on both sides of the pond!
These days, thanks to Spotify, Apple Music, Pandora, and other subscription-based streaming music platforms, people can discover new artists and bands anywhere in the world at just the touch of a button. Sophisticated algorithms can predict songs and artists listeners may like based on their current favourites, and use that information to suggest new musicians from all over the world. It is no longer necessary to have to travel to America or any other country to become exposed to the local music scene, making music an even more universal language than it already was!
Whether you’re a citizen of another country who just loves the style and flair of American artists, or you’re an ex-pat living elsewhere and occasionally get homesick for America, purchasing or receiving a Spotify gift cards can help you stay connected to the U.S. music scene so you never have to miss a single beat!
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