Benn Jordan Exposes Spotify

In this episode of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, Miss Krystle and Benn Jordan tackle pressing matters in the music industry, including artist compensation, challenges with digital distribution platforms like TuneCore,  and legislative efforts aimed at ensuring fair pay for musicians. They discuss the complexities of streaming revenue, the dominance of major labels, and the potential impact of proposed bills on both artists and listeners. Additionally, they touch on broader issues of copyright, the value of intellectual property, and the future of music consumption. Watch as Ben Jordan exposes Spotify.

Benn Jordan is an American electronic music producer and multi-instrumentalist known for his versatility and innovative approach to music, as well as providing inside knowledge of the music industry on his channel. With a prolific output under various aliases, most notably "The Flashbulb," Jordan's work spans across genres from IDM, jazz, to ambient music. His distinctive style, blending intricate electronic production with live instrumentation, has garnered him critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base. Jordan's music often explores complex emotional themes, making his discography a rich and varied exploration of the human experience through sound.

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00:00 Introduction
00:10 Living Wage for Musicians Act
02:20 Equal Royalties
04:18 Universal Leaving TikTok 
05:10 Spotify Not Making A Profit
06:28 Spotify's Business Model
08:33 The Problem With Spotify's & Streaming Service
09:09 Abandoning IP & Copyright
11:54 Releasing Music Through Patreon & Donations
15:15 Why Benn Jordan Still Uses Spotify
16:32 Accessibility Of Spotify & Streaming Services
19:27 Socialized Copyright
22:09 Miss Krystle "Something In The Way"