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Spotify Says It Paid Out $11B in 2025—And Pitches a Big Picture for Artists
Spotify says it paid $11B to the music industry in 2025 and continues positioning its data around payouts and discovery.
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Spotify Tests "About the Song" Notes: Mini Liner Notes for the Streaming Era
Spotify has introduced a beta-style feature so artists can add context—story, credits, meaning—directly around the track.
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Spotify Price Hikes Expand Again—What It Could Mean for Emerging Artists
Spotify has raised subscription pricing in additional markets, reinforcing that streaming is in ARPU optimization mode.
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