
Liz Pelly, "Mood Machine: The Rise of Spotify and the Costs of the Perfect Playlist" (Atria, 2025)
New Books in Music
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Navigating Music Streaming Royalties
This chapter explores the complexities of revenue distribution models in music streaming services, highlighting the pro-rata system and its implications for artists. The discussion addresses the user-centric model as a proposed alternative to support niche musicians and the role of government funding in the music industry. It emphasizes the need for collaboration among musicians and interest groups to advocate for equitable compensation reforms.
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