Björk Criticizes Spotify and Streaming Culture for Undermining Musicians' Livelihoods

The artist describes streaming as detrimental to musicians' earnings and creativity, calling for a reevaluation of the industry model.

Björk called Spotify 'probably the worst thing that has happened to musicians' during an interview promoting her Apple TV+ concert film 'Cornucopia.'
She highlighted how streaming services pay artists minimal royalties, forcing many younger musicians to rely heavily on touring for income.
Björk expressed gratitude for starting her career in an era that allowed for creative privacy, contrasting it with today's constant demands from streaming and social media.
Her comments align with broader criticisms of Spotify, including recent royalty model changes that could reduce songwriter earnings by $150 million annually.
The artist previously withheld her 2015 album 'Vulnicura' from Spotify, citing concerns over respect for her craft and the industry's devaluation of music.