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Taylor Swift, Drake and More Musicians Who've Called Out Streaming Services

In an era where streaming dominates the way people listen to music, some of the world's most famous artists have publicly criticized services like Spotify for unfair payouts and exploitative business models.

The article from MSN discusses various musicians who have publicly criticized music streaming services for their payment models and the impact on artists' earnings. Taylor Swift notably pulled her entire catalog from Spotify in 2014, arguing that the service did not fairly compensate artists, though she later returned with her music available only on paid subscription tiers. Drake has also voiced his concerns, particularly about how streaming services prioritize new releases over older tracks, affecting the longevity of an artist's work. Other artists like Thom Yorke, who called Spotify "the last desperate fart of a dying corpse," and Adele, who delayed her album release to negotiate better terms, have similarly expressed dissatisfaction. Additionally, musicians like Hozier and Courtney Love have criticized the platforms for not providing sustainable income for artists, highlighting the broader industry debate on how streaming services should evolve to better support musicians.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/entertainment/music/taylor-swift-drake-and-more-musicians-who-ve-called-out-streaming-services/ar-AA1yfCO4