Circulation grew steadily, going from 322,000 in 1992 to 517,000 in 1997. Not surprisingly, circulation has hit a plateau at 533,000. But with mainstream music getting less interesting by the day, one can hardly blame Spin if it wallows in nostalgia now and then. We can t complain about it. We just have to ride it out until the next direction presents itself.
Light is philosophical about the continuing ability of teen divas and boy bands to top the charts.
There s a simple explanation for why pop has been so powerful. You have more kids with more money and less to worry about than ever before. Fortunately, Light sees relief on the horizon for those over the age of 17. We re only seeing the very leading edge of what s out there. There s a lot of stuff bubbling under the surface right now.