What's the Best Way to Support Musicians?

The video discusses the financial challenges musicians face, highlighting the decline in income from traditional sources like live shows due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It traces the history of music monetization from radio and phonographs to the disruption caused by MP3s and Napster. The impact of streaming services like Spotify and Pandora is analyzed, showing how they provide minimal earnings for artists. The video concludes with suggestions for fans to support musicians through purchasing music, merchandise, and using platforms like Patreon.

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