Snoop Dogg, a pivotal figure in the hip-hop community with over 30 million monthly Spotify listeners, has publicly withdrawn his support from Spotify over issues with artist compensation. Opting instead for Tune.FM, a Web3-based music streaming service, Snoop Dogg is championing a platform that promises fairer pay for artists.
Snoop Dogg boldly announced his partnership with Tune, underscoring his discontent with conventional streaming payouts.FM alongside the release of his new single “Spaceship Party.” This marks the beginning of his transition to Tune.FM, where he plans to relocate his music catalog, signaling a potential shake-up in his connections with other media partners like Gamma Media.
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— TMZ (@TMZ) February 27, 2025Snoop Dogg’s well-known engagement with blockchain technology culminated when he partnered with Tune.FM’s CEO, Andrew Antar, at a significant industry event. This collaboration is part of his broader strategy to integrate his business interests with innovative technology solutions benefiting artists.
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— TMZ (@TMZ) February 28, 2025Snoop Dogg has criticized Spotify for its inadequate royalty distribution, revealing that he earned only $45,000 from over a billion streams. His dissatisfaction also influences plans to transfer the Death Row Records catalog to Tune.FM, demonstrating his deep commitment to transforming artist compensation in the digital age.
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— billboard (@billboard) February 27, 2025Snoop Dogg’s switch to Tune.FM could set a precedent for other artists discontented with traditional streaming services. His endorsement of Tune.FM highlights its potential as a viable alternative that prioritizes artist interests, potentially reshaping the future landscape of music distribution.
