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UK Government Streaming Investigation | Record Labels Still Doing Pay for Play?

The UK government is opening up an investigation on the economics of music streaming. Rolling Stone published a report that claims various labels have been making illegal pay-for-play deals for artists. Let’s get to it. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook: @musicindustrycity Thank you to all our supporters for making Music Industry City possible.

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