Chappell Roan’s Pink Pony Club wasn’t an instant hit. In fact, when it was released in 2020, it barely made a dent in the charts. But years later, the song has become an anthem—thanks to her audience, not the industry.In this deep dive, we explore how Pink Pony Club slowly found its people, why streaming algorithms bury great music, and what this says about the modern music industry.

SWe also compare Roan’s journey to artists like Mitski, whose careers prove that sometimes, the best music takes time to break through.

00:00 Intro

00:25 Josh Johnson

01:32 The long road to Pink Pony Club

02:45 Finding your audience

03:40 Chappell Roan IS undeniable

04:34 Breaking Through

05:10 Reflections on Roan

12:23 Have you found your favourite artist?

13:29 The Count’s Irish Countdown

21:03 Outro

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