Episode 211 of the Your Morning Coffee Podcast, hosted by Jay Gilbert and Mike Etchart, is now available for listeners. This episode delves into significant developments in the music industry, including a discussion of the 2024 Top Streaming Stats based on insights from Bobby Owsinski's Music 3.0 Blog. The hosts critically analyze the rising trends surrounding streaming, particularly how major platforms like Spotify are shaping the listening experience.
Additionally, the episode addresses the inflationary trend affecting vinyl prices, referencing a report from Billboard that suggests these prices have outpaced general inflation rates. There is a notable conversation about whether these prices may finally be stabilizing.
Further, the podcast highlights a report by MIDiA that identifies a fascinating issue: mainstream music is now evolving to embrace niche genres, presenting unique opportunities and challenges for independent artists.
In this week's episode, listeners will also hear audio drops featuring Randall Foster from Symphonic, along with musical contributions from Ashley McBryde. Todd Dupler of the Recording Academy offers additional insights concerning the ever-changing music landscape.
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