Ep 4. 2000

A Year In Music season 4 episode 4 explores the year 2000 and the music that defined it. The episode dives into the rise of boy bands and pop princesses, with interviews from members of NSYNC and the Backstreet Boys, as well as Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera. The episode also covers the emergence of hip-hop and rap, featuring interviews with Jay Z and Eminem. The episode touches on the impact of Napster and the beginning of digital music downloading, and also delves into the influence of alternative and indie rock with interviews from members of Radiohead and The Strokes. The year 2000 was also marked by the deaths of several music legends, including Rage Against the Machine's Tom Morello, Aaliyah, and Joey Ramone. Through interviews with industry experts and archival footage, A Year In Music season 4 episode 4 provides an in-depth look into the music and culture of the year 2000.