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DJ Vlad and DJ Akademiks examined Fivio Foreign's assertion that streaming numbers are becoming irrelevant in today’s music industry. Vlad initiated the conversation, challenging the idea that first-week numbers are insignificant, attributing such claims to artists witnessing a decline in their figures. Emphasizing the importance of numbers in the music business, Vlad argued that while some artists claim they don't matter, major acts like Drake and Taylor Swift certainly track their stats closely.
DJ Akademiks concurred, highlighting that metrics like streaming and sales figures play a critical role in determining an artist’s success. He compared the industry's need for analytics to financial numbers that appear on a bank statement, underscoring how they reflect an artist's market value. Akademiks mentioned that while the music landscape is evolving with diversifying revenue streams like gaming platforms, streaming remains a vital metric.
