Presented by GramArt & by:Larm
Prepare to have your understanding of music transformed. Liz Pelly, the journalist behind the groundbreaking book "Mood Machine," is coming to by:Larm. Pelly's unsparing investigation into Spotify's origins and its profound influence on music is essential for anyone navigating the modern music landscape. This is more than just a talk; it's a crucial insight into how streaming is reshaping music for both listeners and artists. Be there to witness a critical discussion that will change the way you think about and listen to music. You can't afford to miss this.
Liz Pelly is one of today’s most incisive and fearless voices examining the intersection of music, technology, and culture. As a journalist and critic, her work has consistently pulled back the curtain on the hidden forces shaping how we discover, consume, and value music in the streaming era. With her new book, "Mood Machine," Pelly delivers a revelatory deep-dive into Spotify’s rise and the seismic shifts it has triggered across the music industry.
Drawing on years of reporting and over a hundred interviews with insiders, artists, and former Spotify employees, Pelly unpacks how streaming has transformed not just the business of music, but the very way we listen. She exposes the realities behind playlist culture, the economics of streaming, and the subtle ways algorithms are rewriting our relationship with music—often at the expense of artists and diversity.
But Pelly’s work is more than critique; it’s a call to action. She shines a light on the artist-led movements fighting for fairer models and a more sustainable future for music. With sharp analysis and deep empathy, Liz Pelly challenges us to rethink what we want from music and how we can reclaim its value in a digital world.
At by:Larm, Liz Pelly will share her unique perspective and hard-won insights, offering a must-hear talk for anyone who cares about the future of music. Don’t miss this chance to engage with one of the most important conversations in music today.