What is my Spotify Age?
Those that don’t use Spotify often will probably notice that they are not provided a “Spotify Age”. And some will wonder what the point of it is anyway, questioning whether it is simply flattery based attempts to promote use of the service.
I like Spotify for it’s convenience when I have forgotten to add songs I had ripped from my compact disc collection to my cell phone’s library but I don’t use it often because I’d rather use my limited bandwidth with other apps. And this is why I have no assessment.
I also use Amazon Music more often so this trend does not apply to me, although I am somewhat curious as to what the results would be. But not enough to favour the service over the upcoming year to get an answer in late 2026.
Quite frankly I’d rather rip music from vinyl and listen to that because I know the artists actually got a fair royalty rate. And greatest hits albums are a great way to get the artists their dues, if you don’t want to buy their most popular albums.
I’m presuming my age is pretty much up there anyway because I tend to listen to classic rock from the 70s to the early 2000s. And can’t say that I like even five singles on the Billboard 100 now.
Oh well…
Spotify Sued, Again
Music Business Worldwide reports that Spotify is facing a second class action lawsuit over royalties.
The first was filed by Camper Van Beethoven songwriter and frontman David Lowery on December 28th, 2015 for US$150 Million and the second was filed by songwriter and publishing company owner Melissa Ferrick on January 8th, 2016 for US$200 Million.
The music streaming service is also in negotiations with the National Music Publishers Association in the states over their alleged failure to secure mechanical rights.
Spotify Is Up And Running
Spotify is now available to Canadians.
This advertisement supportedĀ service enables its members to stream music to their devices, including Android and iOS powered tablets and cell phones.
An advertisement free service is available for $9.99 CAD + tax per month, payable via credit card or Paypal. Gift cards for the service will likely make their way into the major retailers shortly.
Spotify Coming Soon
Spotify is now taking requests for invites from Canadians.
This Swedish advertisement funded music streaming service will be available on most devices and platforms shortly in Canada.
Spotify To Expand Into Canada
The Wall Street Journal reported yesterday that Spotify may expand their music streaming services into Canada soon.
A Canadian subsidiary had been established last year for this expansion.
Spotify Now Available In America – Canada Next ?
Spotify has launches in the United States.
This advertisement funded service offers over 15 million tracks free to Windows and Mac users, as well as paid services for people who want to download individual selections or want to enjor the service without advertisements.
This service has signed contracts with numerous indie labels and major labels EMI, Sony, Universal and Warner. But there is no news in regards to a Canadian service yet, though Rdio currently offers advertisement free services to Canadians for $4.99 per month, $9.99 for services to mobile phones.
The above mentioned subscription rates are comparible to those listed at Spotify.