Neil Young Says He’s Removing His Music From Streaming Services

Neil Young Says He's Removing His Music From Streaming Services

Today, Neil Young said he intends to remove his music from streaming services. He announced his decision on Facebook, and said it was motivated by “the worst sound quality available in the history of broadcasting.” Find the full note below:

Streaming has ended for me. I hope this is ok for my fans.

It’s not because of the money, although my share (like all the other artists) was dramatically reduced by bad deals made without my consent.

It’s about sound quality. I don’t need my music to be devalued by the worst quality in the history of broadcasting or any other form of distribution. I don’t feel right allowing this to be sold to my fans. It’s bad for my music.

For me, It’s about making and distributing music people can really hear and feel. I stand for that.

When the quality is back, I’ll give it another look. Never say never.

Neil Young 

As of press time, his music was still available on Spotify, Tidal, and Apple Music. 

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