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Taylor Swift’s Stand Against Apple Music’s Free Trial Policy
Country-pop megastar Taylor Swift has once again taken a stand for artists’ rights, this time against Apple Music’s policy of not paying artists during the free three-month trial period for subscribers. Swift, known for her business acumen and advocacy for fair compensation in the music industry, recently penned an open letter to Apple on her Tumblr page, explaining her decision to withhold her album “1989” from the streaming service’s launch.
In her heartfelt post titled “To Apple, Love Taylor,” Swift expressed her admiration for Apple and its innovative spirit, but she criticized the company’s decision to offer a free trial period at the expense of artists’ royalties. She highlighted the impact on emerging artists and songwriters who rely on streaming revenue to support their craft and livelihood. Swift also shared that many artists in her circle shared similar concerns but were hesitant to speak out publicly against a company they respected.
This isn’t the first time Swift has taken a stand against streaming services; she famously pulled her music from Spotify last year, citing concerns over fair compensation for artists and creators. In an interview with Yahoo! Swift emphasized the value of music and the importance of supporting those who contribute to its creation.
Apple Music executive Robert Kondrk revealed that the service would pay 71.5 percent of its subscription revenue to music owners, a higher rate than other competitors, in part to compensate for the lack of artist royalties during the trial period. Swift commended Apple for its efforts to move towards paid streaming but urged the company to reconsider its stance on the three-month trial.
Swift’s open letter to Apple has sparked discussions within the music industry about fair compensation and artists’ rights in the digital age. As the music streaming landscape continues to evolve, Swift’s advocacy for artists’ rights serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of valuing music and those who create it.
For a detailed timeline of Taylor Swift’s stance on streaming services and more information about Apple Music, check out the links below:
• Taylor Swift vs. Spotify: A timeline
• Everything you need to know about Apple Music
• How music streaming services are reacting to competition from Apple Music
