In this episode of Beginner’s Guide on 106.7 Phoenix FM, we dive deep into the explosive, glitchy, genre-defying world of hyperpop. Host Errol Hayden returns from a European getaway to explore the sounds, history, and cultural context of one of the most chaotic and influential musical movements of the 2010s and beyond.

From the robotic roots of Daft Punk and the glossy electropop of Lady Gaga, to the boundary-pushing innovation of SOPHIE, A.G. Cook, and 100 Gecs, we trace the evolution from bubblegum bass to full-blown hyperpop. Along the way, we unpack the genre’s ties to LGBTQ+ communities, its viral popularity on TikTok, and the recent shift away from the label by some of its own pioneers.

Featuring music from Charli XCX, Hannah Diamond, Danny L Harle, Dorian Electra, and more, this hour-long episode is packed with iconic tracks, insightful commentary, and a look at where hyperpop might be headed next.

🎧 Tune in to discover:

• What defines hyperpop and how it differs from bubblegum bass

• The influence of early 2010s electropop on Gen Z artists

• Why some hyperpop artists are now distancing themselves from the term

• How Charli XCX's Brat era represents a new direction for the genre

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📅 Next week: We explore the complex time signatures and crunchy riffs of math rock!