Listen "Who Actually Pays Musicians the Most (and Least)?"
Episode Synopsis
All streaming platforms pay crap. But some crap is crappier than other crap.
In this episode, I break down how much Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and other streaming services actually pay "per stream" (on average) — and why those numbers don’t tell the full story.
We’ll unpack the factors that determine payout rates, the various streaming payment models, and why the “best-paying” platform might not actually be the best place to build momentum.
Most importantly, this episode will help you see where streaming fits (and doesn’t) in your bigger music strategy.
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