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Why Now Is The Best Time to Be An Artist

Jun 14, 2024
Peter Sinclair, BeatBread's expert, discusses why it's the best time to be an artist, challenges of being a superstar, impact of Spotify and DSPs, importance of great producers, and struggles of being the bigger artist in the music industry.
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  • Being an artist is the best due to lower costs and easier fan reach.
  • Super fans can boost artist revenue through various income streams beyond music sales.

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The Best Time to Be a Recording Artist

Being a recording artist is considered the best in history due to reduced expenses and fewer gatekeepers to reach fans. Spotify's data indicates a significant increase in artists making substantial income through their music on platforms like Spotify, illustrating the shift in the industry dynamics towards more artists earning a living.

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