Unfortified Castle

In examining a complete revamping of a pop production, I think of how stylistic choices can change our perception of a melody and lyrics.

In Olivia Rodrigo's smash summer hit, I hear what may be an inflection point for pop music in terms of sound and the business of crediting.

Steve Winwood struck a balance between older R&B and soul and his own era's pop rock on one of his biggest songs.