

Winners and Losers of 2024: Part 1
Dec 24, 2024
In this discussion, Zack O’Malley Greenburg, a music industry contributor, shares rich insights on 2024's winners and losers across streaming and artists. He delves into Kendrick Lamar's ascendancy against Drake's streaming performance. The conversation highlights J. Cole's tour success and Taylor Swift's financial achievements driven by social media. They also critique Universal Music Group's dual role in nurturing talent amidst streaming dominance and the contrasting strategies of major versus independent labels. Listen for an engaging analysis!
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
2024 Entertainment Industry Insights
02:11 • 14min
Comparative Success: J. Cole and Taylor Swift in 2024
16:17 • 5min
Contrasting Fortunes in the Spotlight
21:15 • 5min
Universal Music Group: A Double-Edged Sword
26:32 • 8min
Strategies of Major vs. Independent Record Labels
34:04 • 3min