Critical Listening Introducing Critical Listening (Episode 0)
Apr 21, 2025
Join Liz and Max as they explore the intersection of music, technology, and culture. Discover Liz's journey promoting her book, and Max's evolving identity as a musician and educator. They tackle critical issues in the music industry, examining the impact of technology on artists and the push for alternatives to mainstream streaming. With an emphasis on building a community around critical listening, they invite listeners to engage in meaningful conversations about music's future. Get ready for a thoughtful dive into the world of music criticism!
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Music Needs Its Own Tech Critique
- Music tech criticism focuses on how big tech firms reshape music listening and creation.
- Liz Pelly and Max Alper argue music deserves its own tech-critical conversation separate from visual-art AI debates.
Join And Follow To Support The Show
- Support the show and get early access by joining their Patreon at patreon.com/criticallistening.
- Follow Critical Listening on Instagram and Blue Sky to keep up with episodes and community updates.
Book Tour Sparked Public Conversations
- Liz Pelly describes how her book Mood Machine opened doors to new public conversations about streaming.
- She says appearing in rooms discussing the book validated that these topics resonate beyond niche music circles.
