Industry Jul 4, 2026

Producer Mike Stock Criticizes Streaming's Impact on Pop Music

Having crafted over 100 hits with Stock Aitken Waterman, the super-producer is back with today’s biggest stars in his sights

Originally published by MusicRadar
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Producer Mike Stock Criticizes Streaming's Impact on Pop Music

Super-producer Mike Stock, known for his work with Stock Aitken Waterman, has expressed concerns that the streaming era has diminished the quality of pop music and the emergence of iconic artists. He believes that current trends have led to more superficiality in the industry, hindering the creation of truly memorable songs and stars. Originally reported by MusicRadar.

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