I thought its a very good question, nevermind the irony of previous member. Perhaps the best answer would be to look record sales or musical programs in places you have interest.
But, imho, its the corporate media that dictates the taste of popular music (not only music) among younger population.
As for the rest, I guess I could say and not be wrong that (talking about Europe) is that states that have invested more in broader cultural education (that does not relate always with the average gdp) of their citizens have in general 'better taste' in music or in culture in general.
Than again, I would say also that genral trend is dumbing down, but cinics will say that that was always the case
But, imho, its the corporate media that dictates the taste of popular music (not only music) among younger population.
As for the rest, I guess I could say and not be wrong that (talking about Europe) is that states that have invested more in broader cultural education (that does not relate always with the average gdp) of their citizens have in general 'better taste' in music or in culture in general.
Than again, I would say also that genral trend is dumbing down, but cinics will say that that was always the case