# Holographic Music Icons Move Over Lady Gaga, Hatsune Miku is Taking the Stage By Meghan Young | Published 2010-11-11 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hatsune-miku References: [dvice](http://dvice.com/archives/2010/11/the-next-lady-g.php) & [crypton.co.jp](http://www.crypton.co.jp/mp/pages/prod/vocaloid/cv01.jsp) In a move that may become the new wave in music, technology and [anime fandom](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mori-calliope), a holographic Hatsune Miku has taken to the stage. A [singing synthesizer application](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/musicoverai) developed by Japan's Crypton Future Media, she is now being taken to a whole new level. Currently on a [holographic music tour](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-comic-con), Hatsune Miku may give real-life pop stars a run for their money. I mean, Lady Gaga is many things, but will she survive this anime takeover? Check out the video above to see if she has a chance. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Holographic Performers:** The rise of holographic music icons like Hatsune Miku presents opportunities for the development of advanced holographic technology and immersive concert experiences. - **Virtual Concerts:** The success of holographic music tours opens up possibilities for the virtual concert industry, allowing artists to reach global audiences without physical constraints. - **Anime Crossover:** The collaboration between technology, music, and anime fandom creates opportunities for innovative crossover content that merges the worlds of entertainment and virtual experiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Entertainment Technology:** The emergence of holographic music icons calls for advancements in entertainment technology, including holographic projection systems and interactive concert experiences. - **Concert and Event Management:** Virtual concerts powered by holographic performers disrupt the traditional concert and event management industry by providing new revenue streams and global reach. - **Anime and Music Merchandise:** The popularity of holographic music icons opens up lucrative opportunities for the creation and sale of anime and music merchandise, catering to the growing fanbase. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Virtual Idol Concerts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hatsune-miku-voltage-live.md) - [Dynamic Rhythm Game Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crypt-of-the-necrodancer.md) - [Artist-Inspired Game Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lady-gaga-1.md) - [Holographic Video Game Characters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protohologram.md) - [AI-Powered Virtual Idols](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-oraclechan.md) - [Virtual Idol Livestreams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-dol.md) - [Ai Hologram Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animaview.md) - [AI-Powered Karaoke Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mayk.md) - [AI Chat Metaverses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hello-kitty-seven-wonders.md)