A Comeback to Pop-Culture
Old music often finds a fresh audience through modern media, Learn how Sonoton Music is contributing to this trend.
When Stranger Things Season 4 premiered in 2022, Kate Bush’s iconic track “Running Up That Hill” experienced an unexpected resurgence. The song, originally released in 1985, skyrocketed to new heights of popularity, accumulating over a billion streams and topping charts around the world. This phenomenon illustrates the powerful role that modern media-whether movies, TV shows, or video games-can play in giving old music a second chance in the spotlight.
This musical renaissance isn’t limited to big pop hits like Bush’s. A great example is Manfred Minnich’s instrumental track “No More”. Originally recorded in 1971 for Sonoton Music, “No More” found new life as copyright replacement music in games on the incredibly popular online gaming platform Roblox. The track has since become iconic in the gaming community, creating a nostalgic connection for longtime players who associate it with the early days of the platform.
These rediscoveries show how media platforms such as TV shows and video games can breathe new life into music and introduce timeless sounds to new audiences. Whether through nostalgic callbacks or fitting emotional moments, these placements help create lasting memories and fuel the continued popularity of songs like No More – proving once again that great music never really goes away!
Due to requests in the YouTube comments, we have had “No More” transcribed for solo piano and full band. The sheet music is available here: