Date of Award
2025
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelors
Department
Humanities
First Advisor
Tabatabaie, Ashkan
Area of Concentration
Music
Abstract
The music industry is continuously evolving, with lower barriers to entry intensifying competition among artists. This thesis explores key factors influencing the popularity of EDM tracks, including production quality, genre deviation, and melodic structure. By integrating data from Spotify, the research develops a quantitative formula to objectively evaluate song popularity, accounting for variables such as total streams and time since release. The results highlight strategies for artists to stand out in an oversaturated market, offering a thorough guide to understanding Spotify consumption trends, in an industry undergoing rapid innovation and increased competition. Additionally, this research sheds light on how songs are evolving in response to changing listener preferences and highlights the strategies needed to prevent songs from being skipped. This thesis also includes a song that I produced based on the findings of the thesis. By analyzing trends in song structure, production techniques, and listener behavior, this study provides insights into the key elements that keep audiences engaged.
Recommended Citation
Yanevich, Owen, "The Dynamics of Popularity in EDM: A Detailed Analysis" (2025). Theses & ETDs. 6646.
https://digitalcommons.ncf.edu/theses_etds/6646