After attentively watching the summer surplus of music awards, it is safe to say that 2024 saw the resurgence of the pop genre across all platforms.
With her release of “Espresso” on April 11, 2024, rising star Sabrina Carpenter paved her way to be cemented in songwriting history. The single quickly gained popularity for its refreshing summer sound and beachy retro vibes that indicated the easygoing months ahead. “Espresso” continued to garner attention, eventually winning Song of the Year during the 2024 Music Television (MTV) Video Music Awards (VMAs). Additionally, she received several other nominations for her work, with her 2024 album “Short ‘n Sweet” at the forefront of her name. While she is no stranger to the music industry, Carpenter’s sudden rise to fame appears to have solidified her image in stardom.
But if Carpenter’s music is not exactly your cup of espresso, perhaps 2024 is serving up something else for lunch. After her debut in 2015, Billie Eilish has remained a prominent figure in pop music, with each of her projects garnering more attention than the last. Her 2024 album “Hit Me Hard and Soft” would be no exception, with hits like “Chihiro” and “Birds of a Feather” amassing millions of streams. Eillish’s recent resurgence gained her a VMA nomination as well, as her hit, “Lunch,” was considered for Video of the Year. With such remarkable talent, Eilish’s presence in the industry is no mystery, and many feel without a doubt that her career is far from over.
Order up and hot to go! A fresh face on the menu, Chappell Roan, has taken the industry by storm, marking a sudden rise in fame as proof of genuine raw talent. Roan’s debut in 2023 with her album “The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess,” remained an undiscovered gem until her 2024 hit single “Good Luck Babe” propelled her to stardom. Its immediate popularity took her from the opening act to center stage, with her many successful performances awarding her Best New Artist at the VMAs. While her face is new, it is surely not to be forgotten, as her voice will ring out in history as a symbol of talent.
Whether you take your coffee short and sweet, bittersweet, or hot to go, the music industry is brewing up a promised resurgence of pop. With a blend of new sounds and names, there is a rich selection to look forward to in the future!