Can fans be mad at artists who delay releasing new material?
As fans of art (and creatives ourselves) we know the process of generating new material should never be rushed. Still, do we have a right to be annoyed when musicians constantly tease new work or disappear into the abyss without releasing anything new?
Becoming a fan of musicians and artists is a journey unique to everyone, but it’s one often sparked by a specific project we feel a special connection to.
Off the back of a great release, fans might support artists by investing in their merchandise, buying concert tickets, and spending time digging into the meaning behind the material. We eagerly look forward to the next drop, while clutching to the artist’s previous creations until we get a taste of something new.
If you’re a fan of Rihanna or Frank Ocean (and sometimes even SZA), you’ll understand this well. You’ll know how anticipation can quickly turn into frustration when artists tease new material but fail to release anything for an extended period.
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