> If this is not sustainable for the artists, how is this different than piracy? The difference is that every artist has a choice if his music lands on Spotify

> If this is not sustainable for the artists, how is this different than piracy? The difference is that every artist has a choice if his music lands on Spotify or not - and if he accepts the conditions offered. The main problem of many of these artists is that they signed bad distribution deals with their labels and are giving away a big chunk % of streaming revenues. That isn't Spotifys fault. Also, according to Spotifys latest financial statement, they are expecting a $200-300m operating loss for 2021, so i find it hard to argue that Spotify is being "too greedy" when they aren't even profitable.