# When Music Became Too Cheap

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Podcast: [Rhythm and Rhymes](https://stenobird.com/podcast/rhythm-and-rhymes-6393755)
Published: 2026-01-13T23:20:45+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/realrandr/episodes/When-Music-Became-Too-Cheap-e3dk61m
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Duration seconds: 1327

## Resource

Streaming gave us access to everything — but at a cost. In this episode, we explore how music became more available than ever while being valued less than ever. From subscription economics to the myth of independence, we break down why most artists can’t win inside today’s systems — and why a few exceptions don’t change the rule. We discuss: Why “everything for $11.99” changed listener psychology The limits of independence in a platform-driven economy Cultural value vs. technological convenience Global music, feeling, and why language doesn’t matter as much as people think This episode is about more than music — it’s about how culture survives inside modern platforms.

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