Streaming & Digital
Deep dives into streaming platform economics, playlist strategy, per-stream payouts, algorithmic discovery, and digital distribution.
9 in-depth reports published
Navigating International Pricing Strategies: Spotify's Global Adjustments and Their Impact
Exploring the implications of Spotify's global pricing adjustments on the streaming industry and its broader market effects.
The Distribution Fee Race to Zero: How the Cheapest Route to Market Changes Everything
Why digital distribution fees are collapsing and what the implications are for artists and the industry.
User-Centric vs. Pro-Rata: The Streaming Payout Debate That Could Reshape Artist Income
A deep dive into the two competing models for distributing streaming royalties and what each means for different types of artists.
The Spatial Audio Revolution: Why Immersive Music Is More Than a Gimmick
How Dolby Atmos and spatial audio are reshaping music production, distribution, and listener engagement.
The Rising Tide of Subscription Prices: Consumer Reactions and Business Implications in Music Streaming
Analyzing how rising subscription prices in music streaming affect consumer behavior and industry dynamics.
Analyzing YouTube's Subscription Price Rise: Impact on Streaming and Artist Earnings
Exploring how YouTube's recent subscription price increase affects the streaming industry and artist revenue.
Platform Roulette: Why Betting Everything on One Streaming Service Is a Losing Game
Exploring platforms like YouTube Music, Tidal, Amazon Music, and emerging alternatives.
Editorial vs. Algorithmic Playlists: Which One Actually Builds a Career?
The power dynamics of editorial playlists and algorithmic discovery.
Follow the Money: Tracing a Single Stream From Listener to Artist Payout
Tracing the money flow from listener subscription to artist payout.