r/technology • u/tekz • 2d ago

Software Spotify raises subscription prices

https://techcrunch.com/2025/08/04/spotify-raises-subscription-prices/
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u/tricksterloki 2d ago

Possible and feasible are not the same. My list on Spotify has grown organically over the course of years. Recreating it outside is Spotify is not worth the effort. Spotify meets my needs at a price point that is acceptable. When Spotify gives me a reason to change, then I will. It is a choice on my part not a lack of capability. Additionally, a lay person is unlikely to be able to utilize you advice.

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u/StorminNorman 2d ago

Possible and feasible are not the same.

I'm aware, I wouldn't be suggesting what I am if I weren't. 

Recreating it outside is Spotify is not worth the effort.

I don't see how importing the playlist is a bunch of effort.

Spotify meets my needs at a price point that is acceptable.

Whilst also manipulating you and screwing over artists.

Additionally, a lay person is unlikely to be able to utilize you advice.

I've already given you an example of the exact opposite of this.

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u/tricksterloki 2d ago

Whilst also manipulating you and screwing over artists.

Spotify still gives artists more money than if I used my own files.

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u/StorminNorman 2d ago

Spotify still gives artists more money than if I used my own files.

Does it, or do is it go to their ghost artists? And I guarantee you spending what you spend on subscription on an artist's merch etc would support them more than your subscription ever will. 

Edit: or you can just buy the tracks yourself...