Social Media Resurgence Follows Stranger Things Series Finale

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Social media platforms are transforming music discovery for younger audiences after the Stranger Things finale boosted classic tracks.Digital streaming for David Bowie and Prince skyrocketed as "Heroes" saw a 500 percent increase following the January 1, 2026, broadcast.This trend highlights how TikTok and Spotify introduce acts like Pavement and Deftones to Gen Z through viral content and curated playlists.
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