Against the backdrop of streaming, AI music curation, global connectivity, and pervasive use of handheld mobile devices, the music listening experiences of youth in the United States reflect a substantial shift in the cultural practices of sharing and bonding over music with others. Once-traditional social engagements for youth surrounding music consumption such as shopping for and listening to records with friends, driving in the car with friends and music blaring, and making mixed-tapes from FM radio selections are no longer ubiquitous. Today, youth and Gen Z in particular commonly experience music listening in isolation (i.e. with earbuds/headphones), and as individually-curated by AI via streaming services. More than conveniences, these technological developments rise to the level of cultural impact1 on the means and ways that young people may bond over sharing music listening preferences. This literature review draws from recent work in the fields of psychology, music industry, sociology, neuroscience, media studies, computer and data science, and music teaching and learning to highlight recent research in U.S. youth music listening practices. The review examines music listening under the influence of streaming and the related social aspects including playlists,2-8 music recommendations,9-13 eclecticism and global diversity of listening choices,14-16 co-listening,17-19 badges and identity establishment,4, 6, 20-22 sharing musical preferences including cross-culturally,6, 23-27 bonding over music listening,17, 19, 21, 28-33 as well as daily music consumption34, 35 and reasons for listening like soundtracking,36 and cocooning.4, 26, 37 The increasing role of AI in U.S. youth listening experiences and listener’s beliefs about AI are also addressed.1, 10-12, 39-46 Discussion will invite global perspectives and include implications for music educators as we continue to create culturally responsive,47 relevant,48 and hospitable49 music learning environments that reflect the music students have “already warm”50 amidst today’s technology-driven cultural shift.