Jamie Stewart

Jamie Stewart, the talented musician from the avant-garde band Xiu Xiu, discusses why his band decided to pull their music from Spotify. He argues that streaming services pay artists almost nothing, effectively deeming it theft. The tipping point came when Spotify's owner, Daniel Ek, invested in a German defense contractor, which struck a moral chord with Stewart. He urges musicians to consider the impact of their distribution choices and promotes a deeper engagement with music, signaling a growing movement among artists to resist streaming platforms.

In this captivating conversation, Jamie Stewart, musician and author of "Anything That Moves," shares the wonderfully chaotic nature of his family life. He humorously recounts wild family anecdotes, from a bagpipe-playing cousin to outrageous holiday gatherings. The discussion dives deep into the impact of family dynamics, including struggles with mental health and the journey of healing through art. Jamie’s heartfelt storytelling reveals how these eccentric experiences shaped his emotional landscape and creativity.