James Blake Launches Vault, a New Platform for Direct Music Sharing
The innovative streaming service aims to provide artists with fair compensation by allowing fans to subscribe directly for unreleased tracks.
- James Blake introduces Vault, a subscription-based platform offering fans access to unreleased music for $5 per month.
- Vault's launch is a response to the challenges artists face with traditional streaming services, offering a more sustainable revenue model.
- Blake's initiative follows his critique of the minimal royalties artists receive from streaming platforms and the impact of social media on music distribution.
- The platform promises more direct interaction between artists and fans, including first access to tickets and new announcements.
- Blake's move is supported by other artists and addresses the broader issue of fair compensation in the music industry.