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Music Business/ Understanding Decentralized Music Industry

The Hidden Cost of Centralized Streaming: How Platforms Like Spotify Hurt Indie Artists

Richard L'Hommedieu algorithm bias, artist empowerment, audius, blockchain music, breaking the music system, DAOs for musicians, decentralized music, fair pay for musicians, fan-owned music, future of music industry, indie artist struggle, music exposé, music industry corruption, music industry reform, music royalty transparency, music streaming injustice, music streaming problems, NFT albums, NFT music, payola in streaming, shadow banning, smart contracts, Spotify alternatives, Spotify monopoly, Spotify royalties, support indie artists, Web3 Music Platforms 0 Comments July 30, 2025

The article discusses the detrimental effects of centralized music streaming platforms like Spotify on indie artists. It highlights issues such as unequal algorithmic exposure, low royalties, and pay-to-play practices that undermine musicians’ visibility and income. Emerging decentralized platforms using blockchain technology offer fairer compensation, closer artist-fan relationships, and a more equitable music industry.

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Future of the Music Business/ Music Biz Resources/ Music Business

A Complete Guide to Unclaimed Royalties (And How Indie Artists Can Collect What’s Theirs)

Richard L'Hommedieu artist self-publishing, ASCAP, blockchain music, BMI, DAO music, decentralized music, digital performance royalties, how to get paid as a musician, independent artist income, indie musician royalties, mechanical royalties, metadata for musicians, Music NFTs, music rights management, music royalties guide, neighboring rights, performance royalties, publishing admin, royalty automation, royalty black box, royalty collection for artists, royalty dashboard, smart contracts, Songtrust, soundexchange, The MLC, TikTok monetization, unclaimed royalties, Web3 music industry, YouTube royalties May 21, 2025

Independent musicians often miss out on unclaimed royalties due to issues like incorrect metadata, lack of registration, and outdated accounts. Millions remain owed, waiting for artists to claim them. This guide provides actionable steps to retrieve these funds, emphasizing the importance of accurate registrations, metadata management, and utilizing various platforms for royalty collection.

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Future of the Music Business/ Music Business/ Understanding Decentralized Music Industry

10 Ways the Music Industry Is Rigged Against Independent Artists (And How to Fight Back)

Richard L'Hommedieu AI in music, artist empowerment, audius, bandcamp, blockchain music platforms, DAOs for musicians, decentralized music, escape the music industry, fair music payouts, fan engagement, fight the music system, independent musicians, indie music tips, major labels, music industry corruption, music industry scams, music marketing, Music NFTs, music ownership, NFT music, smart contracts, Spotify Discovery Mode, streaming royalties, token gating, Web3 music May 15, 2025

The article discusses the challenges independent artists face in the music industry, highlighting issues like streaming royalties, major label dominance, and algorithm bias. It offers solutions involving decentralized platforms, direct fan engagement, and innovative tools that empower artists to take control of their careers and connect with their audience without relying on traditional structures.

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Understanding Decentralized Music Industry

Protecting Your Intellectual Property with Blockchain

Richard L'Hommedieu blockchain, decentralized music business, decentralized music industry, music business, music industry, smart contracts March 27, 2025

The content emphasizes the significance of blockchain technology for independent artists in protecting their music and ensuring fair compensation. It explains how “Proof of Creation” and smart contracts simplify ownership verification and automate royalty payments. Platforms like Royal, Blokur, Mycelia, and LBRY empower artists to maintain control over their work and earnings effectively.

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Music Business/ Understanding Decentralized Music Industry

Building a Fanbase on Web3: How Blockchain is Changing Artist-Fan Relationships

Richard L'Hommedieu blockchain, blockchain streaming, decentralized music industry, nft, smart contracts, web3 March 12, 2025

Web3 is revolutionizing artist-fan relationships through blockchain technology, enabling musicians to connect directly with their fans. Artists can create exclusive NFTs, fan tokens, and host virtual events, fostering deeper engagement. Mia Carter’s journey illustrates this evolution, showcasing how decentralization empowers artists with financial independence and community collaboration.

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Understanding Decentralized Music Industry

What Is a Smart Contract and How Can It Help Musicians?

Richard L'Hommedieu blockchain, decentralized music business, decentralized music industry, making a Scene, music business, music industry, smart contracts February 24, 2025

Smart contracts are revolutionizing the music industry by ensuring musicians receive instant, fair payments while maintaining control over their rights. These digital contracts operate automatically on blockchain, eliminating middlemen such as record labels and distributors. Musicians benefit from transparency, equitable royalty distribution, and reduced delays in earnings, enhancing overall financial security in their careers.

Marketing/ Music Biz Resources/ Music Business

How the Blockchain is Revolutionizing Content Distribution

Richard L'Hommedieu blockchain Dapps, indie music, music business, music distribution, music streaming, smart contracts January 24, 2022

Making a Scene Looks at how The Blockchain is Revolutionizing Content Distribution The first thing we have to accept is a redefinition of who we are. We are no longer just Indie artists, we are “Content Creators”! Whether it is the music we write and record, or it’s the videos we create for our music, […]