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The Reason Interview With Nick Gillespie

The Reason Interview With Nick Gillespie

Streaming Music Isn't a Free Market. It's a Regulated Monopoly.

Jul 23, 2025 · 1h 22m

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Rock legend David Lowery draws on his decades in the music industry to explain how government-imposed licensing fees and price controls helped streaming platforms flourish while eroding artist rights and income.