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David Lowery
Frontman of the bands Camper Van Beethoven and Cracker, digital copyright crusader, and teaches business at the University of Georgia.
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Jul 23, 2025
• 1h 22min
Streaming Music Isn't a Free Market. It's a Regulated Monopoly.
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David Lowery, frontman of Camper Van Beethoven and Cracker, dives into the music industry's current challenges, particularly around streaming services. He discusses his new album 'Fathers, Sons and Brothers' and reflects on the California dream's contrast with reality. Lowery critiques the inadequate compensation artists receive from streaming platforms, sharing his experiences with class-action lawsuits. He also tackles the concept of 'selling out' and the evolution of indie music, fueling a passionate conversation about the future of creativity and compensation in the digital age.
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