From decentralised autonomous organisations (DAOs) run on Discord to city-wide mutual aid groups, people are finding safety and optimism in numbers. For growing numbers of people, collective action is emerging as the only viable solution to compounding crises and deepening alienation.

As streaming platforms inundate users with endless content, Spotify playlists have become a handy resource for people who want to curate and easily discover content that's aligned with their personal tastes. How can brands provide music fans with personalized and participatory user experiences?

Through a partnership with Spotify, Stranger Things fans can now find their own personalised playlist that would save them from Vecna, the latest season’s villain. The collab meets the needs of fans who want to embed their favourite stories deeper within their lives, across multiple platforms.

Though the Grammys celebrate the best in music, for a real understanding of who’s on the rise in the industry, TikTok may be a better barometer. Why is the platform so integral to Gen Z’s musical exploration? And how is TikTok changing the way they listen to and show love for their idols?

Bopdrop is an app that enables social music sharing through integration with Spotify and Apple Music, where users post one song per day. The platform appeals to Gen Zers who are seeking more human ways to find music, share music, and build their identities as music fans.