The Blues Rock Show: Best Streaming Platform, Spotify Payouts, Blues Collaborations
Pete and Willie discuss which streaming platforms are the best, Spotify payouts, and how many musicians are making a living off the platform, plus their favorite blues collaborations and which collaborations they would like to see.
Great listen Willie and Pete. Great shout on the list re Buddy Guy and Junior Wells. I was debating that actually. Also Jeff Beck undoubtedly the finest exponent of the guitar when it comes to him, page and clapton. I think Jimmy and Eric would agree too.
I’d discourage using YouTube for blues music now that we know Google’s involvement in voter suppression. Both Google and Facebook should be avoided by all freedom loving Americans.
That discussion hit close — I’ve got a few friends in Brazil who are musicians, and the low Spotify payouts really make it hard for them to stay afloat. It’s frustrating how little platforms give back. During the pandemic, I started looking for easier ways to take my mind off that kind of stuff, and stumbled across https://fortunetiger.com.br/app. They offer bonuses specifically for players from Brazil, and playing there has been a nice mental break. Just something light that helps me switch off when everything else feels a bit too heavy.