2000s shows had amazing soundtracks featuring great bands, why isn't that common anymore? Are song rights more expensive?

The original post: /r/television by /u/preguntontas on 2026-05-03 17:33:41+00:00.

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I don’t remember the last time I watched a recent show and had to look up a song because I enjoyed it. But every time I watch a show from the 2000s it’s great song after great song.

For instance in the 2009 Vampire Diaries pilot alone (don’t judge) there are songs from OneRepublic, MGMT, Katy Perry, Placebo, the All-American Rejects, The Fray and some other bands I didn’t know.

The same happens when I watch any episode from Veronica Mars, a lot of great pop/punk songs that add to the story.