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UMG and Spotify Unveil Revolutionary Streaming Deal

1/27/2025

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Universal Music Group (UMG) and Spotify have forged a groundbreaking multi-year licensing agreement that revamps royalty structures for music and publishing. This deal not only tackles Spotify's contentious bundling of music and audiobooks but also promises better payments for songwriters. UMG's "Streaming 2.0" vision seeks to revolutionize subscription services, ensuring artists and consumers alike reap the rewards.

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Story summary

Universal Music Group (UMG) and Spotify have forged a groundbreaking multi-year licensing agreement that revamps royalty structures for music and publishing. This deal not only tackles Spotify's contentious bundling of music and audiobooks but also promises better payments for songwriters. UMG's "Streaming 2.0" vision seeks to revolutionize subscription services, ensuring artists and consumers alike reap the rewards.