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Aug 11, 2025
As August looms, the search for the unofficial 'Song of the Summer' heats up, leaving listeners pondering musical favorites. Jazz enthusiasts will discover why Jazz and Coffee is unexpectedly more thrilling than traditional jazz. Dive into the complexities of music business innovations, with insights into SoundExchange's legal hurdles. Plus, the spotlight shines on the underdog streaming service Cobuzz, as hosts critique the absence of major players like Amazon Music and Pandora. It's an engaging blend of music culture and industry insights!
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Longer Hit Lifespans Blur 'Song Of The Summer'
- Hit songs now have much longer lifespans, blurring the emergence of a clear "song of the summer."
- Industry execs suggest we may need to wait longer to identify true seasonal hits.
Reading Jazz And Coffee Over Listening
- Lars praises Sid Schwartz's Jazz and Coffee Substack as a deep, enjoyable read on label vaults.
- He admits reading Sid converts him more to reading jazz commentary than listening to jazz itself.
Court Ruling On SoundExchange Raises Questions
- A New York judge ruled SoundExchange can't sue SiriusXM, citing the Mechanical Licensing Collective.
- Lars calls the rationale baffling because the MLC was built in the image of SoundExchange.