YouTube Music: Why the Blues Stayed Away from Me
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YouTube Music: Why the Blues Stayed Away from Me is a blog post that explores the reasons why the blues genre has been largely absent from the popular video sharing website.
The Problem with Music on YouTube
There’s a lot of great music on YouTube. You can find just about any genre, any artist, and any song. However, the site has a major problem with music: it’s nearly impossible to find the good stuff. Sure, there are a few diamonds in the rough, but for the most part, YouTube Music is a wasteland.
The YouTube Content ID System
When music is uploaded to YouTube, the content ID system scans it against a database of files that have been submitted by record labels and other rightsholders. If a match is found, the content ID system will either block the video from being viewable, or place ads on it and funnel revenue to the copyright holder.
There are two main problems with this system. First, YouTube does not give musicians or labels the option to choose which videos use their music, or how those videos will be monetized. Second, and perhaps more importantly, the vast majority of revenue generated by content ID goes to major label rightsholders — not the artists who actually created the music.
In a perfect world, musicians would be able to share their music on YouTube without having to worry about copyright infringement, and they would receive a fair share of revenue generated by ads placed on their videos. Unfortunately, that’s not the world we live in.
The Lack of a Universal Music Format
Back in the day, there was only one way to listen to music. You bought a physical copy of an album, inserted it into a stereo, and pressed play. If you wanted to hear a specific song, you had to wait until the album reached that point. Nowadays, there are so many ways to listen to music that it’s hard to keep up. You can stream music on Spotify, buy digital copies on iTunes, or watch music videos on YouTube.
The problem with music on YouTube is that it’s not always in the same format. For example, if you want to listen to a song on Spotify, you’ll need to find the artist’s page and look for the “Listen Now” button. On iTunes, you can either buy the song or add it to your library. With YouTube, however, there is no uniform way of listening to music. Sure, you can find songs on YouTube, but sometimes they’re live performances, covers, or remixes. Even if you do find the original version of a song, it might be in a completely different format than what you’re used to.
This lack of a universal music format is problematic because it makes it difficult for people to find and listen to the songs they want to hear. Spotify and iTunes have succeeded in becoming the go-to places for music because they offer a consistent experience. YouTube needs to follow suit if it wants to compete in the music streaming space.
The Solution: The YouTube Music Format
Music on YouTube has been a staple since the site’s early days. But, the vast majority of it has been unlicensed and, often, of poor quality. This has led to a situation where people go to YouTube for music, but the vast majority of the music on the site is not worth listening to.
The YouTube Music Format
When I was younger, I loved the blues. I listened to it all the time, and it was a huge influence on my musical taste. As I got older, though, I found myself drifting away from the genre. I started listening to other types of music, and the blues just didn’t seem as appealing anymore.
I still enjoy the occasional blues song, but I don’t seek it out like I used to. And I’m not alone in this; many people who love the blues when they’re younger end up losing interest as they get older.
There’s no one reason why this happens, but I think a big part of it is the way the music is presented on YouTube. The vast majority of blues videos on YouTube are live performances, and while there’s nothing wrong with that, it doesn’t really give viewers a sense of what the genre is all about.
The solution, then, is simple: we need more high-quality studio recordings of blues songs on YouTube. These videos should be properly tagged and labeled so that viewers can easily find them, and they should be placed in playlists so that people can explore the genre in depth.
If we can get more people listening to the blues, we can help keep this great American art form alive for generations to come.
The Benefits of the YouTube Music Format
YouTube has always been a great platform for music videos, but it has never been the best place to find and listen to music. That is changing with YouTube Music, a new app that is designed specifically for finding and listening to music.
The YouTube Music format has a number of benefits that make it an attractive option for music lovers. First, the app provides a personalized home screen that makes it easy to find the music you want to hear. You can also create custom playlists, listen to radio stations, and find new music based on your listening history.
Second, the app offers ad-free listening and downloads so you can enjoy your favorite tunes without interruption. And third, YouTube Music is integrated with Google Assistant, making it easy to control your music with your voice.
If you’re looking for a better way to enjoy your favorite tunes, YouTube Music is definitely worth checking out.
The Future of Music on YouTube
Music has always been an important part of YouTube. Whether it’s background music for your videos or the focus of your content, music can set the tone for your YouTube channel. In the past, YouTube’s music offerings have been limited to user-generated content and paid subscriptions. However, that is changing.
The Potential for Music on YouTube
There is no doubt that YouTube has changed the music industry. The platform has given rise to a new generation of musicians, who are able to reach a global audience with little more than a webcam and an internet connection. However, the potential for music on YouTube is still largely untapped.
The blues is one genre that has remained largely absent from YouTube. There are a number of reasons for this, including the fact that many blues artists are not comfortable with technology and the blues is not generally considered to be “cool” by today’s standards. Nevertheless, there are a number of up-and-coming blues artists who are beginning to explore the potential of YouTube and who are finding success in reaching a new audience.
It is evident that YouTube has the potential to reach a vast audience with little effort on the part of the artist. In time, it is likely that more and more blues artists will begin to utilize the platform in order to reach a wider audience and to build their careers.
The Possibilities for Music on YouTube
People have been talking about the death of music on YouTube for years. It’s a platform that’s been overrun by cat videos, unlicensed covers, and let’s plays, but there’s still a lot of good music to be found if you know where to look. The problem is that YouTube is a global platform, and most people only ever see the mainstream side of it.
The truth is that YouTube has always had a thriving underground music scene, but it’s only recently that it’s started to get mainstream attention. This is thanks in part to the rise of independent artists, who are using YouTube to reach a wider audience than ever before.
There are now more ways than ever for musicians to make a living on YouTube, and it’s only going to continue to grow. Here are some of the most exciting possibilities for the future of music on YouTube.
1. More artist-owned channels
One of the most promising trends on YouTube is the rise of artist-owned channels. These are channels that are run by the artists themselves, or by someone who represents them. This gives artists more control over their careers, and it allows them to build closer relationships with their fans.
2. More original content
As artist-owned channels become more popular, we’re also seeing an increase in original content being produced for YouTube. This includes music videos, behind-the-scenes footage, and even entire albums being released exclusively on YouTube. This is a great way for artists to reach their fans directly, and it’s also giving rise to new forms of musical expression.
3. More live events
YouTube is also becoming a popular destination for live events. We’re seeing more concerts and festivals being streamed live on YouTube, and there’s even talk of developing dedicated live event spaces specifically for streaming on YouTube. This could be a great way for unsigned and independent artists to reach new audiences, and it would also create more opportunities for fan interaction.
4. More monetization options
At the moment, there are very few ways for musicians to make money on YouTube. However, that’s starting to change as new monetization options are being developed. For example, there’s now a feature that allows fans to donate directly to their favorite artists through YouTube itself. There are also new partnership opportunities with brands and advertisers who want to reach musicians’ audiences through sponsorship or product placement deals.
