Spotify's latest update is setting a dangerous precedent, and the full impact hasn't even hit yet. In this episode of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, Entertainment Attorney, Miss Krystle breaks down the TERRIFYING Spotify Update and what it means for artists. With changes to how music is used on the platform, including new remix and mashup features, many artists have unknowingly agreed to terms that could reshape their careers. Major distributors like DistroKid, TuneCore, CD Baby, and Too Lost are already involved, and the industry is shifting in ways that could leave independent musicians at a serious disadvantage.

And Spotify isn’t the only one—other platforms are now following suit. With the introduction of a Deluxe Premium tier and direct deals being struck with major labels, royalties are being diluted, and the traditional streaming model is evolving in ways that may not favor creators. Are artists losing control of their music without even realizing it?

0:00 Coming Up 00:20 Introduction 00:30 Big Names Moving Away from Spotify 00:59 Changes Coming to Spotify's Subscription Model 01:29 How Music Platforms Are Shifting Strategies 01:58 The Hidden Impact on Artist Earnings 02:34 A New Feature That Could Change Everything 03:08 What Most Artists Didn’t Realize They Agreed To 04:01 What Distributors Are Already Allowing 04:59 What This Means for Your Music Rights 05:57 Delgado Entertainment Law 06:03 Another Distributor’s Surprising Policy 06:34 The Bigger Picture Behind These Updates 07:31 Too Lost's New Partnership That Raises Questions 08:50 A Platform You Should Know About 10:49 What Musicians Are Getting Paid 11:17 How Music is Being Used in New Ways 11:34 Are Artists Actually Choosing This? 12:16 A New Way for Users to Profit Off Music 13:01 Why Some Say This Shouldn’t Be Allowed 13:38 Final Thoughts

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In this episode of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, Entertainment Attorney, Miss Krystle, and Show/Music Producer, That Orko discuss Deadmau5’s recent $55 million catalog sale. Which includes and the Mau5trap label catalog. They break down what this means for artists looking to sell their own catalogs, how deals like this are structured, and the key factors that determine the value of a music catalog. From stream revenue to sync licensing, they explore the different ways catalogs generate income and what artists need to prepare before considering a sale.

They also dive into the challenges of transferring ownership, the importance of retaining rights, and how joint ventures—like Deadmau5’s deal—can offer long-term revenue opportunities. Whether you’re an independent artist with a growing catalog or just curious about how these multi-million dollar deals work, this episode covers everything you need to know about selling your music catalog and maximizing its value. Is Deadmau5's Catalog Sale A Blueprint for Indie Artists?

Legal Disclaimer: The information, ideas, and suggestions in this video are not intended to be legal advice. Before following any suggestions contained in this video, you should consult your personal attorney. The speaker shall not be liable or responsible for any loss or damage allegedly arising as a consequence of your use or application of any information or suggestion in this video. Pursuant to the fair use doctrine under the 1978 Copyright Act, a copyrighted work owned by another may be used for criticism, commentary, news reporting, and educational purposes. The use of the livestream contained in this video falls within the fair use doctrine. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 🟡Become Your Own Record Label: https://www.topmusicattorney.com/becomeyourownrecordlabel 💻 #1 Resource For Artists And Producers: https://www.topmusicattorney.com ⚖ Hire An Attorney: https://www.delgadoentertainmentlaw.com 📺 Get Your Music Into Tv/Film/Games: https://www.topmusicattorney.com/sync 📰 Get My Newsletter: https://www.topmusicattorney.com/newsletter/ 📄 8 Essential Music Contracts Bundle: https://www.topmusicattorney.com/contractsbundle 🎧 Listen To The TMA Podcast On All Streaming: https://www.topmusicattorney.com/podcast 🟢 Free Stuff: https://www.topmusicattorney.com/free-stuff Miss Krystle Artist Links: https://www.misskrystle.com

In this episode titled " The New BIGGEST Music Industry SCAM..." of the Top Music Attorney Podcast, Entertainment Attorney, Miss Krystle uncovers a new and deeply concerning trend in the music industry. While looking into recent developments, Miss Krystle stumbled upon something that could have major implications for independent artists. What seemed like a simple incentive program turned out to be something far more complicated, raising serious questions about how music rights are being handled.

This isn’t the first time artists have been put in a vulnerable position, but this latest shift takes things to another level. With vague terms and hidden risks, many may not realize what they’re actually agreeing to. If you’re distributing your music, you’ll want to hear this.

00:00 Coming Up 00:20 Introduction 00:30 Issues With Distributors 01:00 Understanding Terms of Service 01:23 A Concerning New Trend 01:50 Recent Industry Announcement 02:31 New Program Overview 03:13 Financial Incentives for Artists 04:50 The Role of AI in Music Distribution 05:54 Background on a Key Player 06:27 Discussion With a Distributor 07:35 Anticipating Policy Changes 08:37 Reviewing Updated Terms 08:56 Notable Changes to Services 10:33 New AI-Related Program 12:53 Rights & Revenue Considerations 14:08 How Payouts Are Structured 14:40 Control & Ownership Concerns 15:35 Potential New AI Developments 17:04 What’s Missing From the New Terms 17:50 How Distributors Are Using Your Music 18:32 Earnings vs. Expectations 19:11 Update on Distribution Codes 19:53 Why This Matters to Artists 21:00 Comment "No AI Training" & Tag Your Music Distributor!

Legal Disclaimer: The information, ideas, and suggestions in this video are not intended to be legal advice. Before following any suggestions contained in this video, you should consult your personal attorney. The speaker shall not be liable or responsible for any loss or damage allegedly arising as a consequence of your use or application of any information or suggestion in this video. Pursuant to the fair use doctrine under the 1978 Copyright Act, a copyrighted work owned by another may be used for criticism, commentary, news reporting, and educational purposes. The use of the livestream contained in this video falls within the fair use doctrine. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 🟡Become Your Own Record Label: https://www.topmusicattorney.com/becomeyourownrecordlabel 💻 #1 Resource For Artists And Producers: https://www.topmusicattorney.com ⚖ Hire An Attorney: https://www.delgadoentertainmentlaw.com 📺 Get Your Music Into Tv/Film/Games: https://www.topmusicattorney.com/sync 📰 Get My Newsletter: https://www.topmusicattorney.com/newsletter/ 📄 8 Essential Music Contracts Bundle: https://www.topmusicattorney.com/contractsbundle 🎧 Listen To The TMA Podcast On All Streaming: https://www.topmusicattorney.com/podcast 🟢 Free Stuff: https://www.topmusicattorney.com/free-stuff Miss Krystle Artist Links: https://www.misskrystle.com