Streaming Era Data

The book's approach progresses from the history of music distribution to a detailed examination of the streaming era's specific aspects, such as artist revenue and the globalization of musical tastes. It presents a data-driven analysis of the streaming ecosystem, moving beyond simple observations to provide statistical evidence supporting its claims.

A key insight is how streaming platforms, while democratizing access, have also created new forms of gatekeeping and economic concentration, altering music's value proposition.