Liz Pelly

Liz Pelly is a writer and critic known for her work on music, culture, and the digital economy. She has contributed to various publications, focusing on the impact of streaming services and the music industry.

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  1. 1. Mood Machine

    An investigative look at how Spotify transformed the music industry, drawing on interviews with industry insiders, former employees, and musicians. Liz Pelly examines the platform’s algorithms, playlist-driven culture, and business model to explain how personalization and streaming economics have reshaped how music is created, distributed, and consumed—and how artists and listeners are responding.

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