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The turmoil caused by Spotify’s bundling practices continues to affect creatives. At the NMPA’s 2025 Annual Meeting, it was revealed that Spotify’s decision to reclassify its premium music subscription as a bundled offering could cost publishers and songwriters a substantial amount of money. But what exactly could the negative impact of Spotify’s bundling practices be in the long run? Let’s explore together.

In the face of intense competition, music streaming platforms are doing everything possible to outdo each other and win the attention (which translates to an active premium subscription) of music listeners worldwide. Most recently, Apple Music has debuted some new features. Let’s check them out.

For years, there has been an ongoing debate about whether DJs need to master their DJ sets—especially when performing them live. Some swear by it, while others claim it’s unnecessary. So, where does the truth lie? In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about DJ mastering.

When mastering your music, it’s important to consider the final destinations where your music will end up, since this can influence your decisions during the mastering process. But is that really true for artists and mastering engineers today, and are there specific measures one should keep in mind when mastering for Spotify or other platforms? Let’s explore together.