Impact of Streaming Services on Independent Music

FAQ About Impact of Streaming Services on Independent Music

Do streaming services benefit independent musicians financially?

While streaming services have opened up new revenue streams for independent musicians, the financial benefits are often mixed. For many artists, while exposure to a larger audience is valuable, the income from streams can be relatively low. Services typically pay a fraction of a cent per stream, which means musicians often need millions of streams to earn a substantial income from streaming platforms alone.