Spotify loses $2 billion in market value after Neil Young, Joni Mitchell leave in protest
Neil Young pulled his music from the platform on Wednesday due to it hosting Joe Rogan’s podcast, which has been a home for the spread of COVID-19 vaccine misinformation. And, according to an article on Variety.com, the streaming service saw its market capitalization fall by “about $2.1 billion over a three-day span,” in the wake of it all. Per the report, Spotify shares “fell %6 from Jan. 26-28. Earlier in January nearly 300 doctors, medical educators and scientists wrote an open letter to Spotify requesting Rogan’s podcast be removed to its spread of misinformation regarding COVID-19 and the coronavirus vaccines. Rogan’s multi-year deal with Spotify for “The Joe Rogan Experience” podcast is reportedly worth more than $100 million.
mlive.comJoni Mitchell joins Neil Young in pulling music from Spotify in response to Joe Rogan
Neil Young won’t be alone in hitting back against Spotify and ditching the streaming service in response to statements made regarding the COVID-19 on Joe Rogan’s podcast. Joni Mitchell says she is also leaving Spotify behind. Mitchell,78, made the announcement Friday in a letter posted to her website titled, “I Stand with Neil Young,” according to Variety. “Irresponsible people are spreading lies that are costing people their lives,” Mitchell wrote. “I stand in solidarity with Neil Young and the global scientific and medical communities on this issue.”Variety said it is “unclear” when Mitchell’s music might be removed from Spotify.
mlive.comHow to Watch ‘The 44th Annual Kennedy Center Honors’ stream for free
The 44th Annual Kennedy Center Honors ceremony airs tonight at 9pm on CBS. Hosted by the award-winning David Letterman, The 44th Annual Kennedy Center Honors will recognize operatic bass-baritone Justino Díaz, music producer and Motown legend Berry Gordy, Saturday Night Live creator Lorne Michaels, stage and screen savant Bette Midler, and singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell for their outstanding achievements. The annual ceremony will credit this talented panel for their well-rounded contribution to the arts—broadcasting on CBS to celebrate the prolific careers of these life-enriching creatives. Where to watch:About, from The Kennedy Center:“The Kennedy Center Honors celebrates luminaries whose art and creativity have enriched us beyond measure,” stated Kennedy Center Chairman David M. Rubenstein. These artists are equal parts genius, inspiration, and entertainment,” said Kennedy Center President Deborah F. Rutter.
mlive.comKennedy Center Honors ceremony returns to pay tribute to Bette Midler, Berry Gordy, Joni Mitchell, Lorne Michaels and Justino Diaz
Singer and actress Bette Midler, Motown founder Berry Gordy, folk singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell, "Saturday Night Live" creator Lorne Michaels, and opera singer Justino Diaz are honored.
cbsnews.comKennedy Center Honors and its traditions are back once more
The Kennedy Center Honors is returning to tradition this year. The lifetime achievement awards for artistic excellence will be presented Sunday night in a gala at the Kennedy Center's main opera house after the coronavirus pandemic forced delays and major changes to last year's plans. Honorees include Motown Records creator Berry Gordy, “Saturday Night Live” mastermind Lorne Michaels, actress-singer Bette Midler, opera singer Justino Diaz and folk music legend Joni Mitchell.
news.yahoo.comLorne Michaels, Bette Midler, Joni Mitchell, Justino Díaz & Berry Gordy Announced As 2021 Kennedy Center Honorees
This year's class features the creator of Saturday Night Live, a legendary actor, an extraordinary singer, an operatic bass-baritone and a Motown producer and songwriter.
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