popular music

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Clive Davis, the music mogul who became one of the most influential figures in popular music, died Monday in Manhattan.

From Salon • Jun. 22, 2026

David Sarnoff, general manager of Radio Corp. of America, shot back that he was trying to improve “the happiness of the nation” by delivering popular music to millions of people.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026

He isn't alone: feelings run deep on the community forum of the world's most popular music streaming service.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

"It's a very unique place. There's nowhere else that really you can study popular music to this intensity," said Crown.

From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026

On the balmy evenings in our little cafe, we would play popular music on the radio, and Alex and I would dance for the customers.

From "How Dare the Sun Rise" by Sandra Uwiringiyimana