Genres
Which genre began in Jamaica in the late 1960s and is defined by its offbeat rhythm and bass-heavy sound?
Reggae
What is the most streamed song ever on Spotify as of early 2025?
“Blinding Lights” – The Weeknd
in the US, what is the most used music streaming app?
Spotify
Which professional helps secure song placements in movies, ads, or TV?
Sync Manager
Today, roughly how many tracks are uploaded to Spotify each day, making it extremely competitive?
Around 100,000
What genre is defined by complex rhythms, improvisation, and originated in New Orleans' African American communities?
Jazz
Which artist holds the record for nine No. 1 debuts on the Billboard Hot 100?
Drake
how does music choice impact us?
Listening to music that consistently mirrors negative emotions can reinforce those feelings. Conversely, upbeat music can help shift your mood toward a more positive state.
Who picks and licenses music for films, commercials, and shows?
Music Supervisor
Historically, what was the median income for professional musicians ?
About $35,000/year
Which genre blends R&B, pop, and gospel influences and is known for vocal harmonies and strong backbeat?
Soul
Which song by Kendrick Lamar returned to No. 1 three separate times?
Not Like Us
What’s the average length of a modern pop song?
Roughly 3 minutes and 15 seconds
What is the role of an A&R manager?
Scouts talent, signs artists, and shapes their artistic development.
Why do emerging musicians often still need record labels, despite digital platforms making music creation accessible?
Because getting noticed is hard and labels help with promotion, playlists, styling, tours, and more.
This genre features aggressive, distorted guitars and includes subgenres like punk and heavy metal.
Rock
Which Kendrick Lamar song swept five Grammy categories in 2025, making it the most decorated rap song in Grammy history?
Globally what is the most used to stream music?
Youtube music
Who oversees live concert logistics, from venues to sound and security?
Concert Promoter
This entry‑level role helps promote artists by writing press releases, coordinating media interviews, and generating publicity.
Music Publicist
What is the most popular genre in the US?
Rap/R&B
Taylor Swift (1.6 Billion)
What was the global value of the music industry in 2023?
$28.6 billion
Name two behind-the-scenes music roles that ensure great sound—for instance, mixing and technical setup.
Mixing Engineer and Audio Engineer
In this role, you manage contracts, royalties, and financial details to keep the business side of music running smoothly.
Music Business Assistant