Who chooses the music you hear at the mall?

Want to know why you hear Skrillex when you shop for Under Armour and Tropical Punk when you're at Nordstrom's? Here's an excellent article about a highly successful DJ who is also a professional "playlister" for companies all over America. It's a fascinating look at the business side of pop music.

The article is from a blog I follow called "The Record," which is part of the National Public Radio Music site. I read a lot of their content about jazz, pop, and classical music. They also have lots of streaming audio and video to enjoy. It's a great way to stay on top of what's happening in both the mainstream and independent scenes.