In this inaugural episode of the Lone Wolves podcast, hosts Lauren Blitzer-Wright and Drew Thurlow delve into current music industry, focusing on Spotify's recent Loud and Clear report. They discuss the economic implications of streaming for artists, the evolving landscape of super fan monetization, and the recent MLC/ Spotify lawsuit.

Topics

00:00 Introduction to the Lone Wolves Podcast

00:27 Spotify's Loud and Clear Report

04:38 The Economics of Music Streaming

06:24 The Role of Super Fans in the Music Industry

10:26 Challenges in Music Discovery and Promotion

13:27 The Future of Music Merchandising

19:18 Spotify/ MLC lawsuit

Startups Mentioned

EVEN, Softside, Fave

Credits

Hosted by Lauren Blitzer-Wright & Drew Thurlow

Music by Drew Thurlow

Produced & Directed by Nicole Marinake

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