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Learn about Spotify's algorithm, online speculation on payola, and potential impacts on songwriters' royalties. Hear discussions on advertisement regulations, challenges faced by high-profile artists advocating for songwriters, and how changes in business models could affect listeners.
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- Spotify's recommendation algorithm influences song circulation, not payola tactics.
- Spotify's 'discovery mode' raises concerns about artist visibility and royalties.
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Spotify's 'Espresso' Conspiracy Theory
Spotify users worldwide are puzzled by the phenomenon where the song 'Espresso' by Sabrina Carpenter seems to play repeatedly after every track, regardless of the genre or artist. This repetitive playback has sparked online discussions and conspiracy theories about potential payola tactics or industry plant involvement. However, Spotify's recommendation algorithm, based on collaborative filtering, may explain this behavior, leading to the continuous circulation of 'Espresso' in users' playlists.
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