Taylor Swift Tops Spotify Wrapped Again as Norway Sees Fewer Local Artists in the Mix

For⁢ the⁢ tenth time, spotify summarizes the ‍music year with “Spotify Wrapped”.

This ‌year, just‌ like‌ last year, ‌Taylor swift is the most⁣ streamed artist. Both in Norway and globally.

Music expert and host Sandeep Singh believes Swift is more of ⁢a industry genius⁤ than a musical genius:

– She is extremely skilled at staying relevant. She​ releases an album almost every year, so ‌you never realy get a ⁤chance to forget her.

Once again, Taylor Swift‌ is the most ⁢streamed artist​ in⁤ the world.

Foto: JULIEN DE ROSA / AFP

Billie ‌Eilish, Kanye West, The Weeknd, and David⁣ Guetta follow closely behind Swift on the list⁣ of the most streamed artists in Norway.

Fewer ‌Norwegian artists ‍in the top ten

The most popular Norwegian ‍artists this year are two boy bands. Roc⁤ Boyz has been⁣ the most‍ played and is in ‌seventh‌ place on the ‌list. A few places behind is the group Golfklubb.

–‍ I feel we have​ cracked the⁢ code on how ‌to ‌get “streamed.”‍ If ​we want to create ⁤a hit, we can do that. But we also want to create something that means something, says golfklubb member Oscar ​Berggaard to⁤ NRK.

They are the only Norwegian artists in the

Golfklubb is one of the two Norwegian artists in‌ the⁢ top chart.Here they perform at⁢ Slottsfjell this summer.

there are also fewer Norwegian artists ‍on ⁢the list of the most streamed songs.

Three songs are on the list this year: “soldat – RMX” with ⁢Golfklubb⁤ as one of the artists (3rd place),‌ “Bærum Bitches” ⁤by Søte og Rare Gutter (4th ​place), and “Badebussen” ⁣by DJ MøMø and Kjartan Lauritzen (7th‌ place).

Last ⁤year, however, seven of the ten songs were made⁤ by ‍Norwegian artists.

Over the past decade, we have been blessed ⁤with many strong Norwegian artists who have‌ also influenced international‍ markets. But this year has perhaps been ⁣a bit weak for music, says Sandeep Singh.

– But three of the ten most streamed⁣ songs are ⁢norwegian. So it’s not​ entirely a crisis. But there is definitely potential for improvement, he adds.

The most popular song in ‌the world among‍ Spotify listeners is “Espresso” by ⁤Sabrina⁣ Carpenter.Recently, it was announced that Carpenter will come to Norway next year.

The world’s most ⁢popular song has been created⁢ by Sabrina Carpenter.

Listening⁣ to‌ country ​music in Norway ​has increased by more⁤ than 40 percent from last year, according⁣ to the ​streaming service.

The streaming service says that the genre has received a boost from big names like Beyoncé and Post⁣ Malone.

Spotify says Beyoncé has contributed to more people listening to country music this year.

as tradition has it, many will share their Spotify Wrapped ⁤results ‌on social media.Singh understands that ⁤people feel the need to share:

– The⁣ music ​you listen ‌to communicates ​something ‌just like the clothes you choose. ‌It shows a bit what class we belong to or ⁢wish to belong⁢ to.

Spotify Wrapped‌ 2024

Top 10 most‍ streamed artists in Norway:

  1. Taylor Swift
  2. Billie Eilish
  3. Kanye West
  4. The Weeknd
  5. David Guetta
  6. eminem
  7. roc‍ Boyz
  8. Drake
  9. Golfklubb
  10. Travis scott

Top⁣ 10 most streamed songs⁤ in Norway:

  1. Benson Boone – stunning Things
  2. Shaboozey – ‍A bar Song (Tipsy)
  3. VC Barre, Golfklubb, Pablo Paz, takenoelz – SOLDAT – ​RMX
  4. Søte‍ og​ Rare Gutter – ⁣Bærum Bitches (Mannschaft)
  5. Teddy Swims‌ -‌ Lose Control
  6. Sabrina Carpenter – Espresso
  7. DJ​ MøMø – Badebussen (feat. Kjartan Lauritzen)
  8. Dasha – Austin (Boots Stop Workin’)
  9. Hozier – ⁢To Sweet
  10. Post Malone – I Had Some Help (Feat. Morgan Wallen)

Top 10 most streamed albums in Norway:

  1. Benson‌ Boone – Fireworks & Rollerblades
  2. Sabrina Carpenter – Short n’ Sweet
  3. Billie ‌Eilish – HIT ​ME HARD AND SOFT
  4. Taylor Swift – THE TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT: ⁢THE ANTHOLOGY
  5. Teddy Swims – I’ve Tried Everything ‌But Therapy ⁣(Part ⁢1)
  6. DJ ‌MøMø – DJ MøMø presenterer: Bukkene Bruse på badeland
  7. Post Malone -⁣ F-1 Trillion
  8. Tate McRae‌ – THINK LATER
  9. Ariana ‍grande – ⁢eternal sunshine
  10. UNDERGRUNN – Egoland

Top 10‍ most streamed podcasts on ⁤Spotify‌ in Norway:

  1. The Joe Rogan experience
  2. AVHØRT
  3. Wolfgang Wee Uncut
  4. Krimpodden
  5. truecrimepodden
  6. HENLAGT ⁣- Espen Lee & Andy ‍Larsgaard
  7. Misjonen med Antonsen og Golden
  8. Forklart
  9. Enkel Servering
  10. Leger om livet

Top 10 most streamed artists ⁤globally:

  1. Taylor Swift
  2. The Weeknd
  3. Bad ⁣Bunny
  4. Drake
  5. Billie Eilish
  6. Travis Scott
  7. Peso Pluma
  8. Kanye West
  9. Ariana Grande
  10. Feid

Top 10 most streamed songs globally:

  1. sabrina Carpenter – Espresso
  2. Benson‍ Boone – Beautiful Things
  3. Billie ​Eilish ‌- BIRDS OF A FEATHER
  4. Floyy​ Menor‌ & Cris mj – Gata ‍Only
  5. Teddy⁢ Swims -⁢ Lose⁤ Control
  6. Djo – End of Beginning
  7. Hozier – Too Sweet
  8. The Weeknd – One Of The Girls (with JENNIE,Lily Rose Depp)
  9. Taylor Swift – Cruel summer
  10. Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars – ⁤Die With A Smile

Top 10 most streamed podcasts on ⁣Spotify globally:

  1. The joe ‌Rogan Experience
  2. Call Her Daddy
  3. Huberman Lab
  4. This‍ Past ⁤Weekend w/ Theo Von
  5. The Diary Of A CEO with Steven‌ Bartlett
  6. Serial Killers
  7. Relatos de la Noche
  8. Crime Junkie
  9. Café Com Deus‍ pai
  10. El‌ Podcast de Marian Rojas Estapé


04.12.2024, at 14:07


04.12.2024, ​at 16:49

How do streaming platforms like Spotify influence music trends and genre popularity?

Interview between time.news ⁣Editor and Music Expert Sandeep singh

Time.news Editor: Welcome, Sandeep! It’s grate to have you here, ⁤especially with the recent release of ‌Spotify Wrapped. Once again, Taylor Swift topped the charts as the ⁤most streamed artist globally and in Norway. What do you think keeps her at the forefront year after year?

Sandeep Singh: Thank you for having me! Taylor Swift is a remarkable figure in the music industry, and I ⁣would argue that ⁤she’s ‌more of‍ an industry genius then just a musical genius. She has mastered the art of staying relevant.By releasing an album almost ⁣every year, ‍she ensures that her fans have something new to engage with, which makes it nearly unfeasible to forget her.

Time.news Editor: That’s an⁢ interesting viewpoint! With such constant releases,​ do you think this strategy impacts the music market as a whole?

Sandeep Singh: Absolutely! Swift‌ sets trends that many artists try to emulate.Her ability to reinvent herself while maintaining a connection with her‍ audience is ‌what makes her ​a case study in brand management within the music industry. It influences not just ‌her career but ​also creates​ a ripple ⁣effect among emerging artists.

Time.news Editor: In contrast, ⁢we see that there are fewer Norwegian artists in the top charts this year. What do you make of that?

Sandeep Singh: It’s concerning, but it isn’t entirely surprising. The music landscape is competitive, and while norway ⁢has produced outstanding artists over the past decade, this year’s crop seems to have lacked​ the same international⁤ appeal.However, we shouldn’t overlook the fact that there are still three Norwegian songs in‌ the top ⁣ten ⁤list, so there’s definitely⁢ room for growth.

time.news Editor: You ‍mentioned that the music scene has been somewhat weak this year​ in Norway. What do you think could be improved to revive it?

Sandeep Singh: That’s a great question. To enhance the music scene in Norway, I believe we need⁣ a stronger focus on ⁢collaboration and ⁤experimentation​ within local music.⁤ Artists should look⁣ to mix genres or‍ work ⁤with international artists to expand their reach. Moreover, creating​ music that resonates with broader audiences can create opportunities for success on streaming platforms like Spotify.

Time.news Editor: Shifting gears a bit, I noticed that there ​has been a notable increase in the listening of country music‍ in Norway—over 40% from last year! What do you​ think is driving this trend?

Sandeep Singh: It’s fascinating, ​isn’t it? The rise in country music popularity can largely be credited to influential artists like Beyoncé and⁢ Post Malone⁣ crossing over into the genre. They’ve ⁢brought a new audience to country ‌music, making it more accessible⁣ and appealing to listeners who might not have explored it before. It’s ‍a testament to how fluid music ​genres can be, thanks to streaming⁢ platforms.

Time.news Editor: for many, sharing Spotify Wrapped results has become a‌ tradition. Why do you think this acts as​ such ⁣a cultural phenomenon?

Sandeep Singh: Sharing⁣ Spotify Wrapped results taps into people’s desire to express their individuality and‌ connect with‍ others.Music is deeply personal,⁣ and seeing what others listened to ​creates a sense of community​ around shared​ experiences. it’s a fun way to celebrate the year⁤ while encouraging conversations about music preferences, which, in turn, keeps the dialog about new‍ music alive.

Time.news Editor: Thank you,Sandeep. This has been an insightful discussion! It’s⁣ clear that the music​ industry continues to ⁢evolve,and it’s exciting to see where​ it goes next,especially for ‍Norwegian artists,as they carve out their own space.

Sandeep Singh: thank‌ you for having me! I look forward to seeing how the landscape shifts in the coming years.

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