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Spotify turns 20 - how did it change the music industry?

Taylor Swift has been crowned Spotify’s most-streamed artist of all time, followed by Bad Bunny...

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16.19 24 Apr 2026


Spotify turns 20 - how did it change the music industry?


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Taylor Swift has been crowned Spotify’s most-streamed artist of all time, followed by Bad Bunny. The streaming service unveiled its first-ever all-time rankings to celebrate 20 years since its launch, but how has it changed the music industry?

Joining Shane to discuss this is Pat Carty, Arts Journalist and Broadcaster.


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