'Death to Spotify': the DIY movement to get artists and fans to quit the app

Indie musicians in Oakland held sold-out "Death to Spotify" talks exploring alternatives to streaming platforms, sparking international interest as a growing movement challenges Spotify's low artist payouts and algorithmic music discovery. While past high-profile boycotts by Taylor Swift and Radiohead eventually ended with artists returning to the platform, current protests feel different as lesser-known artists question Spotify's value and successfully sell music directly through platforms like Bandcamp instead.