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Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
How TikTok Is Rewriting the Rules for Emerging Artists
Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Generate Key Takeaways TikTok is transforming the way artists make music — and the way the industry makes stars. Artists from every background, with or without industry backing, are using TikTok to amass global fanbases, and even launch cultural movements with their music. With over 200 million TikTok videos created using the Global Top 10 songs in 2024 — leading to over 8 billion Spotify streams — the platform has rewritten the rules of music discovery and promotion. It's more than just exposure; TikTok provides an interactive stage where artists and fans co-create moments. Emerging talents are building careers in real time, where a hit doesn't come from major label push alone but from authentic engagement and community-driven content. Two artists leading this wave of breakthrough success are Gigi Perez and Malcolm Todd — each crafting deeply personal music that's found massive resonance on the platform. More from Rolling Stone Gigi Perez: From Berklee Dropout to Viral Star When Gigi Perez posted a stripped-down track called 'Sometimes (Backwood)' to TikTok, she had no idea it would take on a life of its own. Within a month, the song had over 18 million streams, eventually climbing to more than 200 million globally and topping Spotify's U.S. Viral chart. It was the first sign that Gigi's raw, emotive alt-pop resonated far beyond her bedroom. Born in New Jersey and raised in Royal Palm Beach, Florida, Gigi's path wasn't linear. After briefly attending Berklee College of Music, she turned her focus to promoting her music through social media, using TikTok to share her work directly with fans. That decision paid off. 'Sailor Song,' her queer love ballad and most viral release to date, exploded on the platform, generating over 8.3 million TikTok videos and helping her gain more than a million new followers since July 2024. 'Sailor Song' wasn't just a soundtrack; it was a movement. TikTok creators used the track to share queer poetry, stories about mental health, and reflections on love and loss. The song became a soundtrack to vulnerable storytelling, cementing Gigi's status as an artist whose music could carry emotional weight across formats and borders. Its momentum translated to real-world success: a Billboard Hot 100 peak at #22, chart-topping positions on Spotify and TikTok's global charts, and over 900 million streams on Spotify alone. The authenticity of Gigi's storytelling, combined with TikTok's participatory culture, has turned her into a true Gen Z icon. Her recent self-produced single 'Fable' continues that trajectory, proving that success on TikTok isn't a fluke — it's the new frontier for artist development. 'I owe so much of this to TikTok and the people who shared their own stories through my songs,' Gigi posted when 'Sailor Song' hit 100 million streams. 'This is our song now.'In 2024, empowered by TikTok's direct-to-fan model, Gigi announced a slate of headlining shows across LA, NYC, London, and Berlin. They almost felt like community gatherings, filled with fans who first discovered her voice on their TikTok For You Page. This year, she's back on the tour bus to promote her debut album, At the Beach, In Every Life, out April 25. Malcolm Todd: The 'Sweet Boy' with Indie-Pop Swagger For Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Malcolm Todd, TikTok was more than just a tool — it was the turning point. After graduating high school in 2022, he took a leap of faith, deferring college to pursue music full-time. That decision, initially met with hesitation from his family, now looks prophetic. By the time 'Chest Pain (I Love)' hit TikTok in early 2024, Malcolm had already released 'Sweet Boy,' quit his day job at Cold Stone, and built a devoted following. But 'Chest Pain' was the breakout, generating over 3 million videos posted on TikTok and inspiring the viral 'i love' trend that brought fans into his world of late-night thoughts and heart-on-sleeve songwriting. Malcolm's rise surpasses many of those discovered from TikTok that came before him. His self-titled album Malcolm Todd is a cohesive, deeply personal statement that captures the messy emotions of youth — funny, proud, anxious, and heartbreakingly honest. The record's lead single 'Bleed,' featuring Omar Apollo, showcases both his ambition and artistic growth. 'We had nothing to lose because we had so much of the album done,' Malcolm says, recalling how he and collaborators Jonah Cochran and Charlie Ziman threw caution to the wind in the studio. That unfiltered creativity has become his signature. What sets Malcolm apart is his unwavering curiosity. He's not chasing virality; he's chasing authenticity. 'Challenge yourself,' he tells fans, many of whom see him not just as a musician but as a peer navigating the same uncertain world. On TikTok, his songs became an emotional canvas for users to tell heartfelt stories about their relationships, engagement stories, and even pet videos. For Malcolm, TikTok has offered more than exposure. It's offered validation. 'I just love making music so much,' he says, 'and I hope people feel that when they hear it.' Judging by the flood of content, streams, and sold-out shows, they do. Turning the For You Page into a Creative Lab for Artists and Fans With artists like Gigi Perez and Malcolm Todd leading the way, TikTok is more than a social app for musicians and creators. It's the future of the music industry. It's where careers are launched, communities are built, and songs find meaning far beyond the studio. In the era of passive listening, TikTok has created an ecosystem of active engagement. Artists don't just drop music; they create cultural moments. And fans aren't just listeners. They're also co-creators, fueling trends, streaming hits, and reshaping the charts. For the next wave of breakthrough artists, the message is clear: if you want to be heard, be on TikTok. Your future fans are already these artists reflect on how TikTok fueled their success by checking out 'Behind The Breakthrough' with Gigi Perez and Malcolm Todd. Best of Rolling Stone Sign up for RollingStone's Newsletter. For the latest news, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Perth Now
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Muse to headline Poland's Open'er Festival
Muse are set to headline Poland's Open'er Festival 2025. The British rock titans are set to rock the huge festival in Gdynia, Poland, which takes place between July 2 to July 5. Muse have built a reputation as one of the hottest live acts from the UK, and are known for their visually mind-blowing live sets. The 'Time Is Running Out' band released their latest LP, 'Will of the People', in 2022, and it became their seventh consecutive number one in the UK. As well as the addition of Matt Bellamy and co, 'Sailor Song' hitmaker Gigi Perez has boarded the already stacked bill. The genre-hopping lineup also includes Linkin Park, Massive Attack, Nine Inch Nails, Gracie Abrams, Doechii, Justice, Camila Cabello, FKA Twigs, Tyla, St. Vincent, Caribou, Lola Young, Magdalena Bay, Jorja Smith, J Balvin, Schoolboy Q, Peso Pluma, and Arca. Meanwhile, Muse's bassist Chris Wolstenholme revealed in February that the band were planning to start work on a new album "fairly soon". Speaking on 'The Leona Graham Podcast', he said: 'We will [sign to a label], obviously. I think we're gonna start work on the next record fairly soon. 'I think for the last few albums we've been with Warner and we've extended after each album. We may do the same again; we may go with a new label, who knows.' However, he suggested they will likely have bigger gaps between albums now. Chris explained: 'When you finish touring an album, and [when] the band has been around a bit longer, the gaps between albums get a little bit bigger. I don't think we can be banging out new albums every two years like we used to. 'But it gives you that opportunity to reset a little bit and think about what's gonna happen going forward.' The musician - who launched a side project called Chromes in 2024 - then hinted that a new record could be out next year. He added: 'I think we'll start very, very soon, like in the next couple of months. 'We've got a few gigs in June. Only a handful – that's the only gigs we're doing this year. 'I don't think the idea is to do anything really serious until next year, so I would imagine that 2026 will be a new album, barring any disasters.' Four day, two day and day tickets are available now via
Boston Globe
30-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Boston Globe
Hozier brings ‘Unreal, Unearth Tour' to Fenway Park this summer
Joining the star is special guest Gigi Perez, who is already headlining her own solo tour this year after the massive success of her hit 'Sailor Song.' Also set to perform at Fenway Park as part of the ' Unreal, Unearth Tour' lineup is up-and-coming Irish folk band Amble, best known for their song 'Lonely Island.' Advertisement Hozier's most recent album, 'Unreal, Unearth,' was released in August 2023, and the star has been riding the wave of its success ever since. After the tour's initial run of shows in 2024, he capped the year with a performance of the album's hit single 'Too Sweet' and the Pogues song 'Fairytale of New York' Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Enter Email Sign Up Released in March of 2024, 'Too Sweet' has wracked up well over one billion streams on Spotify, second only to his 2013 track 'Take Me To Church,' which has two billion plays on the music streaming service. The tour dates will be part of a busy year for the singer, who headlines the Fenway Park. In July, he'll lead the first day of the on sale Thursday, Feb. 6 at 2 p.m. on Haley Clough can be reached at
CBS News
28-01-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Minnesota Yacht Club Festival announces 2025 lineup, featuring Hozier, Green Day, Fall Out Boy
ST. PAUL, Minn. — The music festival that transformed Harriet Island last summer is back this year, with a stacked lineup featuring Hozier, Green Day and Fall Out Boy. The Minnesota Yacht Club Festival announced their 2025 lineup on Tuesday. What was a two-day festival has expanded to three days, with 25 artists performing across two stages on July 18-20. Ticket presale begins on Thursday at 10 a.m. Prices range from $150 for a single day to $2,300 for a three-day exclusive experience with access to a lounge. General admission for three days starts at $275. Festival organizers say Harriet Island along the Mississippi River is the perfect site for a summer event in Minnesota. The event is organized by C3 Presents, which also produces Lollapalooza and the Austin City Limits Music Festival. See the full lineup of artists below: Minnesota Yacht Club Festival Lineup Friday, July 18: Hozier Alabama Shakes Train Sheryl Crow Father John Misty Gigi Perez The 502s Hamilton Leithauser Mike Kota Maygen & The Birdwatcher Saturday, July 19: Fall Out Boy Weezer Remi Wolf O.A.R. Cory Wong Motion City Soundtrack Silversun Pickups Jake Clemons Raffaella Laamar Sunday, July 20: Green Day Sublime 311 Garbage Semisonic Beach Bunny The Beaches Grace Bowers & The Hodge Podge Winona Fighter Landon Conrath
