How Long Gone 723. - Ryan Mac
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Nov 27, 2024 
Ryan Mac, a tech reporter at The New York Times and author of "Character Limit: How Elon Musk Destroyed Twitter," dives into the intricacies of social media's evolution. He discusses the controversial lawsuit between Drake and UMG, and explores platforms like Blue Sky and Threads. The conversation turns to the future of Las Vegas nightlife and the eccentricities of billionaires. With anecdotes about Honda Accords and light-hearted banter, Ryan reflects on the impact of Twitter's rebranding to X and its implications for communication.
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Drake vs. UMG Lawsuit
- Drake is suing Universal Music Group (UMG), potentially for manipulating numbers on his song "Search & Rescue".
- Chris Black and the hosts agree that the song isn't good and question UMG's practices.
Declining Importance of Major Labels
- The music industry may be moving away from needing major labels and traditional record contracts.
- This shift comes as artists gain more control over their music and distribution.
Music Industry Conspiracy Theory
- A conspiracy theory suggests record labels cash in on life insurance after an artist's death.
- This allows them to profit from the artist's estate without the artist's involvement.
