Social Media Resurgence Follows Stranger Things Series Finale

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.