‘Death to Spotify’: the DIY movement to get artists and fans to quit the music app Musicians have long criticized the streaming service’s paltry payouts, but a new wave of boycotts is emerging The Guardian - US · Oct 12, 2025
‘Betrayed by the system’: Chappell Roan sparks debate over pay and healthcare in pop The singer castigated record labels in her Grammys speech – but, as music industry insiders explain, issues around artist health and support run even deeper The Guardian - UK · Feb 21, 2025
‘We are not defeated’: US labor unions react to Harris election loss AFL-CIO said unions spoke to most voters in federation history and saw gains such as minimum wage raises The Guardian - US · Nov 6, 2024
Meet the Indie Artists Fighting for Fair Wages The industry is facing a wave of challenging conditions, from meager streaming profits to threats from AI. One advocacy group believes it has the answer. Marie Claire · May 15, 2024
A free Spotify alternative? How US libraries became the place to stream your new favorite band As Spotify’s royalty model remains under scrutiny, some libraries are relying on a start-up to help give local artists the play they deserve The Guardian - US · Nov 28, 2022