Charli XCX

From playing illegal raves as a teenager to playing two huge stadium tours back to back, Charli XCX has finally broken through into the mainstream with her unique electro-pop sound. In this episode of Pop Waves we go right back and explore where she came from and why we think Brat has finally given her her moment in the spotlight.

Listen to !Franchesckaar! from Charli's first album!

Naomi Cannibal teaches us about Recession Pop

Charli's Documentary Alone Together

Companion Playlist

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FKA Twigs: Escaping the mundane

FKA Twigs is an incredibly talented multidisciplinary artist whose work has been informed not only by her pain but her passion for pushing boundaries. In this episode of Pop Waves we look back at some of Twigs’ biggest influences and how they broke new ground as far back as the 70’s. 

CW Timestamps

Racism

10:01-10:49, racist abuse from Twilight fans (no details)

11:45-15:00, alt r&b and stereotyping of black artists

Domestic abuse

29:39-32:16, discussion of the lawsuit with Shia LeBeouf (no details) 

Sistah space

Domestic abuse help 

Help for male victims

Further Reading, Links & Citations

• Companion Playlist
• Poly Styrene: I am a Cliche
• Grounded with Louis Theroux 
• Even with Cat Burns and Rachel Chinouriri

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In today's episode we explore the post-brit pop, new millennium, reality TV induced perfect storm that shaped one of the UK's most influential girl bands.

Watch: Pop Stars: The Rivals, Episode 1 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9_Na9LkByY

Read: The Independent article - https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/features/girls-aloud-2024-what-will-the-neighbours-say-b2511399.html

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We look at the lasting legacy of SOPHIE, an avant-garde producer who pushed the boundaries of pop music. Exploring her influence on hyperpop, her trans identity, and the profound mark she left on the music industry and queer culture.

CW time stamps:

17:35-18:55: Discussion of reality TV show ‘There’s Something About Miriam’

19:58-28:38: Discussion of gender recognition legislation and media coverage including visibility politics, social media, bathroom access and health care.

This episode was reviewed by sensitivity editor Eris Young erisyoung.com

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We dispel the myth of Raye's "over night success" and dig in to the resilience she's shown in order to final be heard.

CW time stamps: 11:15 - 13:05 and 14:07 - 16:20 contains mention of sexual assault and associated themes. There are no details or graphic descriptions but please skip this part if you'd prefer to avoid the topic.

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We dissect the pop landscape of the late 90's and early 00's to understand the Sugababes careers and the impact they had on pop music, with a healthy dose of nostalgia on the side!

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We explore how #MeToo, the BLM movement and that Oscar's selfie shaped Doja's career and her catapult to fame and analyse how she responded to joining the A list.

CW time stamps: 8:20 - 10:44 contains mention of police brutality and the #BLM movement. There are no details or graphic descriptions but please skip this part if you'd prefer to avoid the topic.

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