Music Ally Focus
The enshittification of music – Cory Doctorow explains how a monopolistic music industry's rush to claw back value might also kill it. PLUS! An exclusive extract from Cory's new audiobook
Feb 22, 2024
Cory Doctorow discusses 'enshittification' in the music industry caused by monopolistic platforms. He advocates for better copyright laws. Exclusive audiobook extract from Cory's new novel included. Insights on labor rights, sampling, and copyright in music. Exploring the dangers of platform manipulation and AI advancements. Personal anecdotes about Talking Heads and an Afrobeat cover album. A battle for rights in the music industry recounted.
01:11:16
Episode guests
AI Summary
AI Chapters
Episode notes
Podcast summary created with Snipd AI
Quick takeaways
- Monopolistic digital platforms prioritize profit over user experience, leading to 'enshittification' and potential demise.
- Algorithmic manipulation on platforms like Spotify controls content consumption and distorts creative output.
Deep dives
Copyright and Sampling in the Music Industry
The podcast episode explores the challenges artists face in getting fair compensation for their music due to issues with copyright, especially in the realm of sampling. It discusses how record labels historically engaged in questionable accounting practices, leading to artists not receiving rightful royalties. The conversation delves into the evolution of sampling from analog to digital formats, highlighting tensions between artists creating new work and those sampling existing works. It also addresses the impact of industry consolidation, where major labels wield significant control and artists struggle to retain fair compensation.
Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts
Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
