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eleveriven ◴[] No.42468980[source]
It’s particularly concerning that Spotify’s actions prioritize cheaper, anonymous tracks over legitimate artist contributions
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nicky0 ◴[] No.42469262[source]
What makes an artist "legitimate"?
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iamacyborg ◴[] No.42469333[source]
They release records and play shows.
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nicky0 ◴[] No.42471076[source]
I hear what you are saying but that's kind of an established-music-industry centric view. There are all kinds of musicians, not just "recording artists" in the 20th century industry mold.
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1. eleveriven ◴[] No.42500327[source]
There’s a rich diversity of musicians beyond the traditional "recording artist" mold. My concern is less about sticking to the established industry model and more about ensuring platforms support creators whose work reflects genuine artistic effort and expression