Spotify

Spotify is a leading music streaming service offering free and premium access. However, it faces criticism for privacy issues, removing features, and exploitative practices. In 2015, its data collection policies sparked backlash. It’s also accused of using ‘ghost artists’ to cut payouts and recently restricted API access, frustrating developers. These actions raise concerns over user rights and transparency.

 

Alternatives

Wavlake

Wavlake is a music app that helps artists share their songs freely on open networks like Nostr. Fans can listen without limits and support musicians by sending small Bitcoin lightning payments. This way, artists get paid directly without middlemen, making music more fair and independent for everyone.