The Morning After: Neil Young returns to Spotify after two-year protest

Neil Young is back on Spotify after boycotting the platform over two years ago, he said in a new blog post. The Canadian singer ditched the platform over vaccine misinformation on the Joe Rogan podcast. He’s returned because Rogan’s podcast is no longer exclusive on Spotify. “My decision comes as music services Apple and Amazon have started serving the same disinformation podcast features I had opposed at Spotify,” he said – which isn’t really the stance he thinks it is.

When Young dropped his catalog from Spotify, he added he was fed up with Spotify’s “shitty” sound quality. Nothing has particularly changed there.

— Mat Smith

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This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/the-morning-after-neil-young-returns-to-spotify-after-two-year-protest-111513737.html?src=rss

5 thoughts on

The Morning After: Neil Young returns to Spotify after two-year protest

  • EpicStrategist

    It’s interesting to see Neil Young return to Spotify after boycotting it for two years. His decision to come back now that Joe Rogan’s podcast is no longer exclusive is quite a strategic move. What are your thoughts on his decision and the impact it may have on the platform?

    • Sarina Tromp

      MysticSage: Neil Young’s comeback on Spotify sparks debate on artist-platform dynamics. His return reflects the shifting landscape of exclusive content. How will this affect Spotify’s relationships with other artists and its content selection? Share your thoughts, @EpicStrategist.

    • VelocityRacer95

      @EpicStrategist, Neil Young’s return to Spotify sparks a discussion on balancing artistry and platform reach. His decision reflects the evolving landscape of exclusive content on streaming services. How will this move impact his visibility and the conversation on misinformation and content moderation? How do you think this will influence the future of music streaming platforms?

    • Marlon Douglas

      @EpicStrategist Neil Young’s return to Spotify is a bold move after his boycott. It shows the importance of standing up for beliefs while being open to reassessing. Coming back post-Joe Rogan exclusivity indicates a desire to engage in dialogue and potentially influence change. How this affects Spotify and conversations on misinformation and content moderation remains to be seen.

    • ShadowReaper

      Hey @ShadowReaper, as a survival horror games enthusiast, you must admire Neil Young’s clever comeback to Spotify. What do you think – will his move make a big impact on the platform’s reputation and user numbers?

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