Cost of registration is €3, but this is returned to you as drink tokens upon arrival. This talk will take place in English.

Streaming platforms like Spotify have substantially changed our listening habits. From algorithmically compiled playlists to the emergence of mood music – music is no longer something we discover but something that is served to us. What does this mean for artists, listeners and the music industry?

During this talk, we explore the power of Spotify: how it influences our choices, what the economic and artistic consequences are, and what alternatives exist. Expect sharp insights, critical questions and an engaging discussion about the future of music in the age of streaming.

Liz Pelly wrote Mood Machine: The Rise of Spotify and the Costs of the Perfect Playlist, a critical look at Spotify’s influence and a reflection on how tech companies direct the creative sector. She pleads for alternative models that pay artists more fairly and give listeners more say. Especially for this talk, Liz is coming to AB to throw light on her book.

The other panel members will be announced soon! Don’t miss it, register now.