Industry Jul 4, 2026

Producer Mike Stock Critiques Streaming's Impact on Pop Music Stardom

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 Critiques Streaming's Impact on Pop Music Stardom

Super-producer Mike Stock, known for his work with Stock Aitken Waterman, suggests that the streaming era has diminished the creation of iconic musical artists and memorable pop songs. He argues that current artists often lack the depth and substance, describing one as "very superficial." Originally reported by MusicRadar.