Money 4 Nothing
Bandcamp Blues: (Penny Fractions 4 Nothing)
Oct 20, 2023
The podcast discusses recent changes at Bandcamp, including layoffs after its sale to Songtradr. They talk about challenges faced by tech companies, Bandcamp's longevity and editorial impact, stock price impact in the song catalog industry, and Songtrader's licensing issues.
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- The recent layoffs at Bandcamp and their acquisition by Songtrader raise concerns about the future of independent music platforms and the commodification of music.
- The financial challenges at Hypnosis serve as a warning sign for the song catalog industry, suggesting that previously inflated valuations and capital raised may no longer be sustainable.
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Bandcamp facing layoffs and uncertain future
Bandcamp, the popular music platform, is facing a challenging situation with recent layoffs reaching over 50% of the staff. The layoffs mainly affected the editorial side and senior management, leaving uncertainty about the future of Bandcamp's editorial content. Epic Games, who acquired Bandcamp in 2022 and recently sold it to Songtrader for $300 million, potentially contributing to the difficult situation. The sale to Songtrader has raised concerns about the long-term vision for Bandcamp and its integration into the Songtrader platform. With the uncertain future and significant staff reduction, the independent music community is left wondering about the fate of one of their crucial platforms.
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