Music analysis: Has social media created a new type of pop star?
Artists such as Sabrina Carpenter, Madison Beer, Addison Rae and Chappell Roan have become some of the most recognisable names in modern pop music.
Unlike previous generations, many now build large audiences online before reaching mainstream success.
While talent remains essential, platforms such as TikTok have transformed how artists are discovered, promoted and discussed.
This has sparked debate about whether social media has created an entirely new type of pop star, writes Music News Blitz’s Jessica Spilsbury.
Drake’s ‘ICEMAN’ structure explained: How the cryptic art installation became a social media sensation
Drake’s ice sculpture has gone viral after fans use sledgehammers and blow torches to uncover the release date of his new album, which the artist says is inside - is the virality a part of his performance?
Seeing an ice structure made by Drake isn't something you would expect to see on 420 writes Music News Blitz’s Maisie Sharp-Fehr.

