Sweden’s music scene grew by 13.8% due to streaming services, but musicians are concerned by how often their music has to be played to make the equivalent money they would make from a download.
Streaming services have reversed the fortunes of the music industry in Sweden and now generate more income than downloads or CDs. But can the model be replicated worldwide?
Felix Persson has written hits for some of Sweden's biggest pop stars
Keyboardist and respected songwriter Felix Persson is nestled into a red-cushioned seat inside one of Stockholm's ubiquitous coffee shops.This particular cafe is owned by Benny Andersson from Abba, a band with more than a passing influence on Persson's electro-pop group Le Kid, who are also known for their catchy tunes and bright outfits.Persson is a huge supporter of the dramatic growth of music streaming in Sweden.
Streaming services have reversed the fortunes of the music industry in Sweden and now generate more income than downloads or CDs. But can the model be replicated worldwide?
Felix Persson has written hits for some of Sweden's biggest pop stars
Keyboardist and respected songwriter Felix Persson is nestled into a red-cushioned seat inside one of Stockholm's ubiquitous coffee shops.This particular cafe is owned by Benny Andersson from Abba, a band with more than a passing influence on Persson's electro-pop group Le Kid, who are also known for their catchy tunes and bright outfits.Persson is a huge supporter of the dramatic growth of music streaming in Sweden.