The Wall Street Journal
, Spotify is in the midst of removing Young's music from the streaming service worldwide. His catalog was still available as of this writing, but we'd suggest listening toYoung has reportedly been in talks with Spotify and his label Warner Records since posting an open letter threatening to pull his albums. The artist made the formal request on Wednesday , and the music is apparently poised to disappear within"several hours.
In a statement to Engadget, Spotify said it"regret[ted]" Young's decision and hoped to have him back"soon." It also defended its anti-misinformation practices, claiming it accepted a"great responsibility" in juggling both listener safety and creator freedom. The company added it had pulled over 20,000 podcast COVID-related episodes since the pandemic began.
Spotify also didn't offer reasons for its decision. However, the company is believed to have paid over $100 million to land a multi-year distribution deal with Rogan. While the exact terms of the agreement aren't clear, Spotify might suffer financial and legal consequences if it pulls Rogan's episodes. CEO Daniel Ek has also argued that his firmWe want all the world’s music and audio content to be available to Spotify users.
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Misleading tweet. As your article clearly states, Young has requested that his music be removed, in protest at them allowing Rogan to promote dangerous disinformation.
So in short. If the money is good enough they will gladly look the other way where public harm is concerned.
Bye bye Spotify... you cant be such irresponsible
Drama... Seriously. I like both people and respect their opinions, but this is stupid.
Spotify , another reason why youtubemusic is going to crush you with their giant foot!
Has anyone let Taylor Swift know that this move is on the table?
Spotify Joe Rogan is the worst part of your service and something making me consider cancelling my service if his show continues - be better!
Spotify happy to give fake news anti vaxxers a voice. Shameful. I cancelled my subscription
Blasting 'Heart Of Gold' on Deezer to celebrate Neilyoung
I'm glad I don't use Spotify. Looks like their ethics suck as bad as their UI.
Yet another reason I won't use Spotify
Neil Young asked to be removed from Spotify because Joe Rogan spreads misinformation on their platform.
Keep on Rockin in the Free W…I mean keep on rocking to everything the govt tells youuuuu!
When there was a lot of money selling albums, tapes and cd’s at record stores, he allowed his music to be sold where his nemesis southern rock rivals also sold their work. He didn’t withdraw then. He is doing this because it causes him no harm.
Spotify is weak. Only care about the $$.
Now let's see if taylorswift13 stands with Neil Young and the fight for misinfirmation 😂
Spotify What was that again Always been with iTunes & Apple music - no fakers or anti-vacation there. Good for Neal
Good riddance. Free speech forever.
Bye Neil. Looks like very few people actually care you’re going. Pay attention.
Suggestion: your favorite artists to join the take-down.
nicoduretour Bad guy wins round One.
😂😂😂😂😂
Ironic coming from the guy who wrote Keep on Rockin in the Free World
Thanks for the info. I’ll now remove Spotify
Neil who? His time passed a long time ago.
Not surprising Spotify sides with the malicious MALFEASANCE of wilful covid disinformation. Killing them slowly...
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