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Charli's Brat Remixes and Feng's Electronic Rise [Stereo Current]

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This episode of Stereo Current explores the surprise release of Charli XCX's latest remix album, a project that reunites her 'brat' era collaborators and highlights the rapid-fire release strategy keeping her at the center of pop discourse. We also delve into the breakthrough of Chinese electronic artist Feng, whose latest album blends traditional instrumentation with Shanghai's underground pulse. Beyond the music, we cover significant industry shifts, including the Dropkick Murphys' decision to part ways with the Wasserman Agency over Epstein-linked allegations and Domino Publishing’s impressive 15% revenue growth. The episode also touches on the return of Hilary Duff to the touring circuit, Lorde’s emotional homecoming in Auckland, and Spotify’s milestone of 600 million users. From FLOODstore’s new vinyl club initiative to Taylor Swift’s record-breaking Eras Tour documentary, we analyze the evolving landscape of indie and mainstream music culture as the 2026 circuit heats up.

In this edition of Stereo Current, hosts Sloane Rivera and Julian Vance dissect the latest maneuvers in the indie and pop landscapes. We begin with Charli XCX’s surprise remix album, a project that continues her streak of genre-blurring collaboration, and introduce the captivating sound of Feng, the Shanghai electronic artist bridging East and West. The conversation shifts to the business of music, analyzing Domino Publishing's financial triumph and Spotify’s record-breaking user metrics. We also discuss the ethical stand taken by the Dropkick Murphys regarding their management and the nostalgia-fueled return of Hilary Duff to the stage. From the intimacy of Lorde’s Auckland homecoming to the collector's appeal of FLOODstore’s new vinyl club, we map out the week's most essential sounds and stories.

Topics Covered

  • 💿 Charli XCX & Feng: Analyzing the surprise 'brat' era remix drop and the international breakthrough of Shanghai's underground electronic scene.
  • 📈 Indie Business Wins: Examining Domino Publishing's 15% revenue spike and what it means for the independent label model in the streaming era.
  • ⚖️ Industry Accountability: The Dropkick Murphys' public split from Wasserman Agency following connections to the Jeffrey Epstein orbit.
  • 🎤 Touring & Homecomings: Lorde’s emotional Auckland return and Hilary Duff’s massive 2026-2027 'Lucky' tour announcement.
  • 📻 Platform Milestones: Spotify hits 600 million users while Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour doc shatters every streaming record on the books.
  • 📦 Vinyl Renaissance: FLOODstore launches a new subscription model for colored vinyl to empower independent artists directly.

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  • (00:00) - Introduction
  • (00:44) - The Business of Indie Success
  • (00:44) - Remixes and Global Electronic Breakthroughs
Charli's Brat Remixes and Feng's Electronic Rise [Stereo Current]

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