Taylor Swift Owns Her Masters Now | Music Royalties Explained

June 05, 2025 00:08:37
Taylor Swift Owns Her Masters Now | Music Royalties Explained
Music & Royalties Explained
Taylor Swift Owns Her Masters Now | Music Royalties Explained

Jun 05 2025 | 00:08:37

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Show Notes

In this episode of Music & Royalties Explained, we explore two powerful case studies in modern music rights and legacy. First, we break down how music royalties work — from master ownership to mechanicals and performance rights — offering a clear introduction for artists, songwriters, and listeners eager to understand the money behind the music.

Then, we shift focus to Taylor Swift’s historic re-recording project, examining the cultural and financial impact of "All Too Well (10-Minute Version)" and her reclamation of the first six studio albums. We unpack how her re-recordings redefined fan engagement, empowered artists to fight for ownership, and introduced a new generation to her iconic discography — including unreleased “From the Vault” tracks.

Whether you're a new artist, a Swiftie, or someone tracking the evolution of royalty models in the streaming era, this episode is a must-listen.

music royalties, Taylor Swift, Taylor's Version, music industry, artist rights, music ownership, All Too Well, 10 minute version, music publishing, streaming royalties, Swiftie, re-recordings, master recordings, music podcast, Spotify royalties, Apple Music rights, music copyright, vault tracks, cultural impact, mechanical royalties

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