evolution of Spotify

Evolution of Spotify from music to multi-content platform

There has been an evolution of Spotify from a music platform to multi-content platform with podcasts, audiobooks, AI-created tracks, and more. Learn how the shift is reshaping how we discover and experience music and entertainment.

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Liz Pelly Mood Machine investigation questions Spotify’s financials

The Liz Pelly Mood Machine investigation uncovered troubling questions about Spotify’s financial practices. This must-read piece dives deep into the streaming giant’s integrity, raising concerns that could shake the industry.. Continue reading

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How To Master the Spotify Algorithm to Reach More Listeners

Unlock the secrets that boost Spotify streams to reach a larger audience. This quick video guide covers how to master the Spotify algorithm using playlisting, audience targeting, and smart metadata optimization.

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Big Music Business Myth #3: Weird Al’s Spotify Sandwich [Chris Castle]

Streaming royalties can leave artists struggling while platforms profit. Weird Al’s Spotify sandwich revealed the unfair truth behind the numbers, writes Chris Castle. Read Parts #1 and #2 of the. Continue reading

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Last week’s Top Music Business News: Spotify exposé, NIVA survey, More

It was a busy week by any definition and the music industry was no exception. To make sure, you didn’t miss anything important we off a roundup of last week’s top music business news.

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Music Industry Trends 2025: Panel of experts weighs in

Hypebot’s panel of experts weighs in on music industry trends 2025 and how they will shape the business this year.

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Big Music Myth #2: Spotify can’t make a profit [Chris Castle]

The common industry myth is that Spotify struggles to turn a profit, but its billion-dollar valuation tells another story, writes Chris Castle. He explores how the streaming giant’s revenue narrative contrasts with its cash flow reality, leaving artists and songwriters shortchanged.

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Big Music Myth #1: Streamers are in the music business [Chris Castle]

Musician’s advocate and attorney Chris Castle builds on the work of Liz Pelly’s new Spotify exposé to uncloak what he sees as the myths perpetuated by the corporate music machine.. Continue reading

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New Spotify exposé is streaming free on Spotify: Analysis

An explosive new Spotify exposé released this week is ironically available to stream as an audiobook on Spotify.

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Jesse Kirshbaum: Trends driving the Music Business in 2025

Jesse Kirshbaum: Trends driving the Music Business in 2025

Jesse Kirshbaum operates at the intersection of music, technology. Today he joins Hypebot’s select group of industry leaders sharing their perspective on trends driving the music business as we enter 2025.

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