The Hollywood Reporter recently released its list of the top 25 Platinum Players in music, highlighting the most successful acts in the industry. In this article, some of these top performers, including Kim Petras, Coco Jones, and more, reveal their favorite films of the year, their top album of the year, and their hopes for positive changes in the music industry.
When asked about their favorite album of the year, Kim Petras expressed her admiration for Lana del Rey’s “Did You Know That There’s a Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd”. This album resonated with Petras, showcasing del Rey’s talent as an artist. Similarly, BOYGENIUS praised Mitski’s “The Land is Inhospitable and So Are We” as their favorite album, while Coco Jones favored Beyoncé’s “Renaissance”.
Noah Kahan had a specific answer, mentioning Hozier’s “Unknown/Nth” from his album “Unreal Unearth”. Kahan spoke highly of the emotional melody and incredible lyricism, transporting listeners to a different world with its beauty.
Lainey Wilson, on the other hand, expressed her love for a variety of albums, including Lauren Daigle’s self-titled album, Meg McRee’s “Is It Just Me?”, Ashley McBryde’s “The Devil I Know”, Jessie Murph’s “drowning”, Zach Top’s songs, as well as Red Clay Strays.
Switching gears to their favorite film or TV show of the year, Kim Petras and BOYGENIUS both mentioned “Beau Is Afraid”. This film captivated them with its unique story and compelling characters. Coco Jones, on the other hand, expressed her admiration for the series “Wednesday” on Netflix, indicating her love for engaging and thought-provoking television.
When asked about changes they would like to see in the music industry, Kim Petras emphasized the importance of equality and representation for women and the LGBTQ+ community. While acknowledging the progress made in recent years, Petras believes there is still work to be done in advocating for future generations.
BOYGENIUS, on the other hand, expressed their contentment with the music industry as it is, suggesting that it may already be perfect. Coco Jones, however, highlighted the need for more opportunities for women in higher positions within the male-dominated industry.
Noah Kahan focused on the issue of compensating songwriters, suggesting that they should be paid as much as the industry executives who promote and distribute their music. Kahan also pointed out the need for better healthcare for musicians, including access to therapy and mental health care. Additionally, he mentioned the importance of creating safety nets for artists in case of injury or health issues.
Lainey Wilson also acknowledged room for improvement within the industry, specifically mentioning better pay-outs in publishing for songwriters. However, she also expressed excitement for the current state of the music industry, noting the risks being taken, the individuality being showcased, and the genre-bending that is currently happening.
In conclusion, the top-performing acts listed in The Hollywood Reporter’s Platinum Players in music have shared their favorite albums and films of the year, as well as their hopes for positive changes in the music industry. From the desire for equality and representation to advocating for better compensation and healthcare for musicians, these artists are using their voices to influence and shape the future of the industry.