Tech Won't Save Us How Spotify Remade the Music Industry w/ Liz Pelly
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Feb 6, 2025 
In this conversation, Liz Pelly, a music journalist and author of "Mood Machine," dives into the seismic shifts Spotify has caused in the music industry. She discusses how streaming services manipulate artist compensation and explores the rise of curated playlists that shape listener experiences. Pelly emphasizes the importance of collective action for independent musicians facing industry giants. The dialogue also touches on innovative community initiatives that seek to revalue music beyond profit, showcasing local libraries' role in supporting artists.
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Pelly's Initial Interest
- Liz Pelly's interest in Spotify started with her background in journalism and independent music.
- Early writing focused on major labels' influence on Spotify playlists.
Evolving Impact
- Spotify's impact is constantly evolving, affecting artists and music consumption.
- Pelly's book, "Mood Machine," explores these consequences.
Spotify's Advertising Roots
- Spotify's founders, Daniel Ek and Martin Lorentzon, came from advertising, not music.
- Their initial goal was an ad-funded platform mimicking piracy's ease.
