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The Breakdown
Short-form music business commentary for independent artists. Every week we break down what's happening in the industry — ownership, copyright, AI policies, record deals — and translate it into what it means for artists building right now.
The business shapes the art. Most artists find out too late.
Recent Breakdowns
Tidal's AI Royalty Policy
What it means for artists uploading now
Google/YouTube AI Training Terms
You're building their AI for free. Legally.
Eminem's $109M Copyright Suit vs Meta
What publishing ownership looks like in court
Clipse, BET & the Grammy Gap
When culture and industry awards don't align
Rap-A-Lot, Scarface & DJ Screw
The business behind music that shaped culture
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