Chappell Roan’s Pink Pony Club wasn’t an instant hit. In fact, when it was released in 2020, it barely made a dent in the charts. But years later, the song has become an anthem and this week became a Number 1 hit in the UK—thanks to her audience, not the industry. In this deep dive, we explore how Pink Pony Club slowly found its people, why streaming algorithms bury great music, and what this says about the modern music industry. We also compare Roan’s journey to artists like Mitski, whose careers prove that sometimes, the best music takes time to break through.
Meanwhile, the Count of Monte Playlisto adds new music to The Last Mixed Tape’s Irish playlist by Delivery Service, M(h)aol, Lullahush, God Knows, and Ria Rua.
The Last Mixed Tape is hosted by Stephen White.
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