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A new study that reviewed Billboard hits from the past 73 years found a steady simplification of rhythm and pitch. Credit... Supported by By Alexander Nazaryan “Well, we’re all in the mood for a ...

One strong definition of culture comes from UNESCO, which defines it as `the set of distinctive spiritual, material, ...

As a fan of all things pop culture, keeping up with everything going on in the industry can be challenging. That's why I rely on the list of 20 podcasts below to keep me up to date on the latest ...

In the neon-lit pantheon of pop culture, few stars shine as brightly or as defiantly as Lil Nas X. Born Montero Lamar Hill, this 25-year-old Georgia native has morphed from internet sensation to bona ...

A study of the top five Billboard songs every year from 1950 to 2023—a list that includes hits like “Hey Jude” by the Beatles, “Vogue” by Madonna and “Poker Face” by Lady Gaga—found that popular ...

It was Martin Luther King Jr. who had the dream. But it was the pop songwriters of the 1960s who set it to music. And a few brave TV producers who put it on the tube. And a few exceptional Hollywood ...

Junk food has never just been about eating—it’s about identity, nostalgia, and storytelling. From blockbuster films to hit TV shows and viral music videos, certain snacks and fast foods have become ...