Musicians are in peril, at the mercy of giant monopolies that profit off their work.

“Neil Young is crankier than a hermit being stung by bees. He hates Spotify. He hates Facebook. He hates Apple. He hates Steve Jobs. He hates what digital technology is doing to music.”

A profile of Bonnie “Prince” Billy.

“Success for us will be determined by our ability to move faster than everyone else in this space.”

Spotify’s bid to remodel an industry.

The people at Apple, Spotify, and Google who decide what you listen to.

Is the streaming Swedish music service, now making its U.S. debut, the best shot the industry has at staying profitable and relevant?