Produced by Notebook LM

On this episode we discuss how Spotify utilizes the data generated by artists and their music. We explain that Spotify collects various types of data, including listener behavior, fan context, location, and revenue metrics. How this information is used internally for features like personalized recommendations and algorithmic playlists, as well as monetized through advertising and promotional services like Discovery Mode. We highlight that artists only receive limited data access compared to advertisers and that recent policy changes, informed by data, can significantly impact artist earnings. 

Ultimately, this episode emphasizes the importance for artists to understand Spotify's data practices and suggests strategies for collecting their own fan data to gain more control and insight.

Produced by Notebook LM

On this episode we talk about Prosper XO, an Austin-based cultural movement and music-tech platform, aiming to create a more equitable music industry by empowering artists. They advocate and build solutions for artist data ownership, fair pay, and direct brand collaborations through their R.O.C.C. framework: Revenue, Opportunity, Connection, and Control. Prosper XO is launching a campaign including community surveys, open letters, and an upcoming Town Hall event in Austin, to gather input and build a collective vision for the future of music. Their ultimate goal is to build an ecosystem where artists thrive financially and creatively.