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Streaming Sucks: The good, the bad and the future of music platforms

Streaming Sucks: The good, the bad and the future of music platforms

Update: 2025-07-15
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We examine what streaming looks like now and what it could look like in the future. Walker Lukens explains how Song Confessional has found success with streaming. And Lauren Bruno talks about a possible alternative to streaming that she wants to build called Prosper XO.

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Let us know what you think about the future of streaming.

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Streaming Sucks: The good, the bad and the future of music platforms

Streaming Sucks: The good, the bad and the future of music platforms

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