—Music is louder than it used to be. These days the record and music broadcast industry is stuck in a louder=catchier mindset. I’ve also noticed the lack of range and nuance. Outside of the mass pop albums, one that sticks out in my mind is Coldplay’s latest. It was really good the first time I listened. But after a few dozen times around the block, it just didn’t have the range or staying power of the first two. It felt just a bit stale.
—How is your brand? See the trends for names over the past century.