[2024]
08/02
Kendrick Lama - 2012 - good kid, m.A.A.d city
08/03
Baby Keem - 2021 - The Melodic Blue
south africa
12/03
After millennials era, all young people's underground music are mostly sound digital
Punkinloveee - Freak Show (feat. H3artcrush)
Gupi & Fraxiom - Thos Moser (Official Music Video)
Kpop influence. Simple, catchy but immature composition
bixby - distance [dir. kahre]
Part of hyperpop scene
EricDOA & Bixby in NC : r/HYPERPOP
https://www.reddit.com/r/HYPERPOP/comments/1ag1cpy/ericdoa_bixby_in_nc/
Continue development of trap
d0llywood1 - Hate to be that guy but
d0llywood1 - I know what you want
12/05
Irvin Mach
12/13
2019 - 100 gecs - money machine (Official Music Video)
2009 - brokeNCYDE - Freaxxx
Generated by ChatGPT -
BrokeNCYDE and 100 gecs do share certain chaotic, genre-blending, and polarizing qualities, which might explain why they feel similar in vibe, even though they emerged in different eras and resonated with distinct generations.
Here are some thoughts on why each appealed to their respective generations:
BrokeNCYDE (Millennials)
* Context of the Late 2000s: Millennials grew up in the MySpace era, where individuality, scene culture, and niche online communities thrived. BrokeNCYDE's crunkcore—a wild mix of screamo, crunk hip-hop, and auto-tuned absurdity—fit perfectly within this edgy, rebellion-driven subculture.
* Cultural Rebellion: Millennials were reacting against the polished mainstream pop of the early 2000s (think Britney Spears, NSYNC). BrokeNCYDE's raw, intentionally trashy aesthetic was a middle finger to conventional music norms.
* Polarization as a Feature: BrokeNCYDE became infamous for being "so bad it's good" or outright "the worst band ever." For many millennials, loving (or ironically loving) BrokeNCYDE was part of embracing outsider identity and internet humor.
100 gecs (Gen Z)
* Hyperpop for the Meme Generation: Gen Z came of age in an era dominated by internet culture, memes, and digital absurdity. 100 gecs embodies that perfectly, with their chaotic, genre-smashing hyperpop that feels like a collage of internet culture—blending everything from nightcore to dubstep.
* Post-Irony and Surrealism: While Millennials often leaned into irony, Gen Z has a post-ironic sensibility—simultaneously loving something genuinely and finding it absurd. 100 gecs hits this sweet spot, delivering tracks that are both intentionally weird and musically innovative.
* TikTok and Virality: Platforms like TikTok, where short, explosive, and absurd content thrives, have been pivotal for 100 gecs’ rise. Their music fits Gen Z’s fragmented, fast-paced digital consumption habits.
Why They Feel Similar
1. Genre Experimentation: Both acts unapologetically mix genres in ways that challenge musical norms. They create a sound that feels chaotic, rebellious, and deeply rooted in internet culture.
2. Outsider Appeal: Each band became a rallying point for people who felt alienated by mainstream culture, whether it was Millennials in scene/emo culture or Gen Z embracing hyperpop as their subcultural identity.
3. Shock Value: Both groups gained notoriety partly because they were divisive. Whether it's BrokeNCYDE's over-the-top party anthems or 100 gecs' frenetic production, they spark strong reactions, which fuels their fame.
4. Internet Influence: MySpace (BrokeNCYDE) and TikTok (100 gecs) were era-defining platforms, and both bands thrived in online spaces where niche communities amplified their visibility.
Different Generational Lenses
* Millennials might’ve gravitated to BrokeNCYDE for the rebellious subcultural identity and shock factor during a time when scenes like emo, crunk, and hardcore were defining youth movements.
* Gen Z, in a world of digital surrealism and aesthetic pastiche, sees 100 gecs as emblematic of their playful, boundaryless view of music and culture.
Both bands are snapshots of their generational zeitgeists, reflecting how the internet and youth culture shaped—and continues to shape—music in unique ways.
