Angry Metal Guy Speaks: On Spotify
16 days ago
- #artist-rights
- #spotify-alternatives
- #music-industry
- Kyle McNeill's new record is not on Spotify due to Daniel Ek's involvement in AI war tech.
- Spotify pays artists an average of $0.00318 per stream, significantly less than competitors like Tidal and Apple Music.
- Spotify has suppressed royalty rates, reclassified subscriptions to lower payouts, and demonetized tracks with fewer than 1,000 annual streams.
- Spotify uses anonymous and AI-generated music to fill playlists, often bypassing royalty structures.
- Spotify refused to sign a collective bargaining agreement in Sweden, moving jobs abroad instead.
- Daniel Ek's investment in military tech, including AI-powered drones, has led to artist boycotts.
- Alternatives to Spotify include Apple Music and Tidal, which offer better payouts and features.
- Bandcamp and Ampwall allow direct support to artists, with Bandcamp paying 80%+ of sale prices.
- Apple Music is recommended for its features and ethical stance, while Tidal offers higher payouts.