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James Blake vs. The Industry: Artist Slams Streaming, TikTok, and Live Nation in Music Revolution
- Tamara Jenna
- Jun 14
- 2 min read
Indie artist James Blake launches bold stand against major platforms, calls for transparency, artist control, and a fairer music ecosystem
James Blake has declared war on the exploitative underbelly of the music industry. The Grammy-winning British artist is breaking ranks with streaming giants and live event monopolies like TikTok and Live Nation, criticizing their opaque royalty models and prioritization of viral over artistic value.
After parting ways with Universal Music, Blake has joined indie label Good Boy Records, where he's experimenting with fairer, more transparent practices. He now sells tour tickets directly to fans, avoiding inflated prices and third-party interference. “We need to own our means,” Blake told Financial Times, stressing the importance of financial literacy and artist ownership.
Blake’s comments come at a critical time as more artists push back against exploitative contracts and algorithms that favor trends over talent. His frustration highlights a growing movement in the music world—a call for reform where art trumps engagement metrics.
His new single “Thrown Around” exemplifies this ethos: sonically experimental, emotionally raw, and intentionally free from TikTok-friendly cuts. It's a challenge to the homogenization of creativity.
Blake’s defiance has resonated with younger artists and fans alike, many of whom are disillusioned by the current state of digital music platforms. With musicians from across genres joining this growing resistance, the stage is set for a potential transformation in how music is created, distributed, and valued.
This isn’t just a personal protest—James Blake is laying the groundwork for a more equitable music industry.
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