Episode 16: Why Not All Streams Are Good Streams

Ever wondered how well-meaning support from friends and family could be sabotaging your music career? In this episode of The Music Business Buddy, I unpack the surprising pitfalls of the "wrong kind of streams" and how they can distort crucial data on platforms like Spotify. Join me, Jonny Amos, as I break down why these seemingly innocent acts of sharing might actually hurt your chances of reaching genuine fans and influencing algorithmic recommendations effectively.But that's not all— I also deep dive into the subject of artificial streaming and dip into the basic mechanics of Spotify Ad Studio when compared with Meta advertisements. Learn why meticulous planning is essential to avoid wasted resources and how market saturation in regions like the UK and US is driving Spotify to expand into new territories. Whether you're an emerging artist or a seasoned pro, this episode is filled with insights to help you navigate the complex world of music streaming and data accuracy. Get ready to enhance your understanding of the business side of music creation and make smarter decisions for your career by avoiding the wrong kind of streams.Reach out to me ! Support the showEnjoyed this episode? Subscribe to The Music Business Buddy Brief for weekly insights on the future of the music industry, AI, artist development, rights and the creator economy. The podcast explains what's happening. The newsletter explains why it matters.Join The Music Business Buddy Brief for exclusive weekly insights on the future of the music industry.Subscribe: https://themusicbusinessbuddy.beehiiv.comWebsiteswww.jonnyamos.comhttps://themusicbusinessbuddy.buzzsprout.comInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/themusicbusinessbuddypodcast/https://www.instagram.com/jonny_amos/[email protected] Sign Uphttps://themusicbusinessbuddy.beehiiv.com