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# Has The Definition Of A Favorite Artist Changed?
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- Published: 2014-02-28T11:58:00.000Z
- Updated: 2014-02-28T11:58:00.000Z
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In this episode of the [Upward Spiral](https://www.hypebot.com/hypebot/upward-spiral/), a music business podcast, we talk to artist manager and music producer **JJ Italiano** about whether the concept of a “favorite artist” has changed. Today’s music listener has unlimited access to streaming music across any connected device. They can follow the activities of favorite artists on a variety of social media platforms. We share stories from our history as music fanatics and industry professionals. We dive deep into a wide ranging discussion about how digital technology has shaped music fandom.

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