Local Musician Jeremy Carter thinking about a musical project; Credited by Jeremy Carter
As the year 2019 (and the era of 2010) is coming to an end, music has captured the most iconic moments and unforgettable collaborations (so far) in this decade. From the time Beyoncé dropped her most surprised and successful self-titled album to Lil Nas’ breakout new hit single “Old Time Road” with country artist Billy Ray Cyrus. “The genre of music of 2010 has really captivated the audience in a different way. It was mostly focused on the pop and r&b, and somewhat of hip-hop,” said Jeremy Carter, a local Tampa Bay Musician.
Jeremy Carter, a local musician from the Tampa Bay Area, interviewed at Starbucks in Riverview, FL on June 9, 2019 Photo By: Jonilda Francois
Picture of Ariana Grande’s Album Sweetener Billboard Award at Full Sail University; Photo by Jonilda Francois
Additionally, there were more collaborations than ever before. Justin Bieber collaborated with Daddy Yankee and Luis Fonsi, a song called “Despacito.” The viral song that top charted in the 2017 Latin and Hot 100 Billboard for ten weeks, brought the Latin and pop roots together to get a broader, and diverse audience of new listeners.
Picture of Migos’ Culture II Billboard Award at Full Sail University; Photo by Jonilda Francois
According to Billboard.com, the Latin America market was the highest growth of streaming revenue by 49% continuing from the previous years. As for the North America market, it increased by 50% in streaming revenue last year.
Local Musician Jeremy Carter preparing to start his musical stunt; Credited by Jeremy Carter
The 90’s kids and 90’s babies can remember a time when they were crazy about their favorite artists whether it’s Brittany Spears, Lauren Hill, Spice Girls, Backstreet Boys, or Destiny Child’s. Now everything changes, but CDs and tape cassettes are antics relics of the past.
“Electronic streaming is currently the best way to reach the most people around the world at one time. All kinds of songs and genres became available through online platforms,” said Khalil Garcia, a USF undergrad student, Class of 2019, via email.
Garcia is a current undergrad student from USF, who is knowledgeable about the music industry and understands how technology is helping today’s artist to make music and promoting their brand.
“The biggest change that’s occurred within the industry is the emergence of the digital revolution. CD’s along with boom boxes and mp3 players are a thing of the past,” said Garcia.
During the 90’s, it was the era of teen-pop, R&B, rap, reggae, and dance-pop music that transition a blend of a spinal of popular music. That time, CDs were a high demand for sales which caused many consumers to purchase their favorite musicians and artists’ albums, according to RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America). Also, the new phase of digital devices, like the MP3, that was released in the late 90’s, helped with the advance of technology in the music industry.
Before today’s artists were searched and found through social media, A&Rs (Artist and Repertoire) in the 90’s, found artists from demo tapes and CDs, and local musical events. With Instagram as one of the powerful platforms to find artists like today’s Grammy-Award Winner rapper Cardi B, has helped paved the way for her and other artists’ successful career(s).
Picture of Kanye West’s late registration Album Award Plaques at Full Sail University; Photo by J. Francois
“The more likes and the more views… It’s just the way it is. It’s saturated… But you still got to go out and put your name out there,” said Rawtraxx, a local musical producer from Tampa.
As a music producer, Rawtraxx has seen the transition of the music industry for over 20 years, and notice that social media has taken over for new musical artists to make a name for themselves to showcase their work, by linking their projects on different social media platforms.
Picture of Beyoncé’s dangerously in love Album Award Plaques at Full Sail University; Photo by J. Francois
“It changes now… It’s a lot of artists that you don’t know, that take it real serious. If the A&R can see a new artist with 47,000 viewers and likes, now half of their work is already done,” said Rawtraxx.
According to Nielsen, the demand for streaming music and videos are on the rise by 43% from last year. That shows consumers today, compared to 20 years ago are downloading music instead of purchasing CDs or albums. Also, it was the year of female empowerment in the music industry, to dominate the Billboard Hot 100, like artists Camila Cabello and Ariana Grande.
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On March 2nd, 2019, one of the very public radio stations in the Tampa Bay area, Wild 94.1, will host their annual Wild Splash Presented by Fuccillo Nissan concert event in Coachman Parkat Clearwater. For this year’s concert lineup, they will have artistsKodak Black, Rick Ross, Plies, Lil Baby, Danileigh, and Rod Wave. It will be one of the first spring concerts in the bay area.
Wild 94.1 is associatedwith Beasley Media Group, Inc.The company is based in Naples, Florida, but founded in 1961 at Benson, North Carolina. Beasley Media Group, Inc. has 63 radio stations around the country.
In the past, several artists performed at this fun and exciting musical spring break event. Snoop Dogg, Nicki Minaj, B.O.B, Gucci Mane, Cardi B, Migos, and many others that previously performed.
Around this time, students from high school and college will be in spring break, enjoying the sunshine, drinks, foods and the sounds of exciting, heart beating, young, vibrant vibes of artists giving the fans a good time at the Coachman Park.
As a reminder, while going to Wild Splash, please bring your ticket(s), blankets (if you are planning to sit on the grass), a small bag, and “factory sealed water bottle,” according to Wild Splash. These might be all the small items you need while enjoying this fun event.
Data Collected by Google, INEGI; Infographic created by Jonilda Francois using Google Maps
As an update, VIP tickets, “Wild Party Pass,” and admission tickets to Wild Splash are sold out. All local DTLR, the urban and athletic fashion clothing stores, and several ticket raids locations are the only ones that are still selling tickets. Hurry, they will go out fast! If those options may not work on your favor, you even got a chance to win two tickets to Wild Splash by listening to Wild 94.1 every day until February 22, 2019.
You don’t want to miss out this event, and it will be a memorable one!
Jonilda Francois 