How is TikTok changing culture?

On this week’s The Cultural Frontline we explore the power of music and how artists have been using it to highlight issues including politics and the #MeToo movement. Prakash Neupane is a Nepali rapper and writer who mixes hip hop and R&B with social and political messages. His s ...  Show more

This week, we hear from artists who’ve been making a difference in their local communities. Sudanese filmmaker Hajooj Kuka first spoke to The Cultural Frontline in 2019 when he was filming the protests taking place after Sudanese President Al Bashir had been deposed following 30 ...  Show more

The recent news that the White House may ban the social media platform TikTok has people wondering, why? While Silicon Valley social giants, like Twitter and Facebook, have avoided similar threats, the question remains why TikTok, which is owned by a Chinese company but has headq ...  Show more

TikTok had a fantastic pandemic, stacking up over 800 million users. Hollywood studios are casting TikTok stars. Record labels are snapping up TikTok singers. Facebook and YouTube have both launched rival services. But the Chinese app is facing the same issues with disinformation ...  Show more

TikTok music has undeniably become a cultural phenomenon, transforming the way we discover, enjoy, and interact with music. With its vast user base and viral nature, TikTok has become a breeding ground for musical trends and breakthrough artists. The platform's unique algorithm a ...  Show more

TikTok music has become an integral part of the social media landscape, captivating millions of users worldwide with its catchy tunes and viral trends. This platform has revolutionized the music industry by providing a space where emerging artists and established musicians can sh ...  Show more