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Putting big data to work for musicians

Mar 24, 2016
Streaming services know a lot about our listening habits. Artists not so much
Streaming programs like Spotify use algorithms to learn about our listening habits. 
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Robot Tastemakers

Mar 23, 2016
"Actuality" visits Spotify to look into the algorithmic DJs that soundtrack our lives.
French electronic duo Daft Punk, the original robot DJs, in "Tron: Legacy"
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The business of the blues isn't what it once was

Dec 7, 2015
The numbers show a decline in the blues audience.

Will you stick with Apple Music?

Sep 22, 2015
If you're an early adopter, the free ride ends next week.

The highs and lows of streaming music

Aug 18, 2015
Dr. Dre's new album was streamed 25 million times the first week of its release.
Dr. Dre arrives at the premiere of "Straight Outta Compton" on August 10 in Los Angeles, California.
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How streaming is changing the music industry

Jun 10, 2015
For musicians, getting heard is the easy part; getting paid is much harder.

Apple is officially in the business of music streaming

Jun 8, 2015
The service will cost $9.99 and include Beats 1, a new radio venture.