Music Publishers File FTC Complaint Against Spotify Over Audiobook Bundling

The National Music Publishers Association claims Spotify's new subscription model deceives consumers and reduces royalty payments to songwriters.

Spotify's bundling of audiobooks and music in its premium tier allegedly results in lower mechanical royalties for songwriters.
The National Music Publishers Association (NMPA) alleges Spotify's actions will cost songwriters $150 million annually.
Consumers were reportedly switched to the bundled plan without consent, with no option to revert to a music-only subscription.
The NMPA has reached out to state attorneys general and consumer advocacy groups to investigate and stop Spotify's practices.
Spotify maintains that its approach is industry standard and offers consumers valuable content at competitive prices.