As an artist and songwriter, I have experienced firsthand the struggle of trying to make a living from music in the digital age. Many of my songs, like those of friends and family in the industry, don't meet Spotify's threshold individually but cumulatively amount to thousands of streams. This new model not only diminishes the value of each piece of music but also impacts our livelihoods. It feels criminal to render so much creative work worthless, undermining the effort and passion we put into our art.

The new policy by Spotify pays no royalties for tracks with fewer than 1,000 streams. This policy disproportionately affects independent and emerging artists who rely on these payments as a significant part of their income. According to Soundcharts data from 2019, over 40% of all tracks on Spotify have less than 1,000 streams.

We are calling for a global action urging Spotify to revise their royalty payment policies - specifically abolishing their no-payout policy for tracks with fewer than 1,000 streams. This change is vital not just for us as artists but also for preserving the diversity and richness that independent musicians bring to global music culture.

By signing this petition you are supporting fair compensation for all artists regardless of their popularity or commercial success. Let's ensure that every stream counts!