Neil Young Returns to Spotify Following Protest Against Joe Rogan
Neil Young’s Spotify Saga Continues
Rock icon Neil Young has made waves by renewing his presence on Spotify, following his high-profile ultimatum last year demanding the streaming giant choose between his music and Joe Rogan’s podcast.
In a candid statement on his website, Young touched on the controversy with a subtle jab, referring to Spotify as “low-res” and critiquing the sound quality provided by the service. He highlighted his commitment to his fans by stating his music’s return to Spotify was one borne out of necessity—recognizing Rogan’s content would be widespread regardless of his stance.
Young expressed a pragmatic decision dictated by the tech giants’ moves, writing, “My music would have very little streaming outlet to music lovers if I avoided all platforms hosting Rogan’s podcast.” He voiced an optimistic call for Spotify to elevate its audio quality so listeners can experience music in its purest form.
A Vision for High-Resolution Streaming
- Advocacy for superior sound quality on Spotify
- A call to introduce Hi-Res Audio tiers
- A challenge for Spotify to match its technology with its vast music library
Despite prior tensions, Young remains hopeful for a future where fans can “hear and feel all the music as we made it.” He urged Spotify to lead the way, stating the platform’s potential to truly be the number one choice for music enthusiasts worldwide by launching a high-resolution audio tier.
Young’s initial ultimatum in January 2022 was a bold move, as he stood firm against what he saw as misinformation being spread by Rogan’s podcast. “Spotify has a responsibility to mitigate the spread of misinformation on its platform,” Young’s deleted message to his team emphasized.
Spotify’s response at the time, while regretting Young’s departure, highlighted their policy efforts, mentioning the removal of thousands of podcast episodes since the pandemic’s outset.
Two years after he pulled all his music from Spotify, Neil Young has announced he’s putting his music back on the streaming service. https://t.co/R4Wro2uNMJ pic.twitter.com/tDi2XSwUDl
— ABC News (@ABC) March 13, 2024
“You have the music and the listeners! Start with a limited Hi-Res tier and build from there,” Young championed in a sincere plea to Spotify. His statement reflects his enduring passion for music integrity and his hope for a streaming future that doesn’t compromise quality.
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