“If I had to describe any sort of algorithmic bias at Spotify’s platform level, it would be toward laidback indie or alternative rock that won’t disturb you if it’s spinning in the background.”

Chris Dalla Riva via Ryan Broderick and Adam Bumas

It’s easy to blame the algorithm, but nothing here has ever changed. People still needed The Beatles, they needed the Bee Gees, they needed Elton John and Rod Stewart, they needed Mariah Carey and Boyz II Men, they needed Coldplay and Bruno Mars. We have always needed music Target and Macy’s can play harmlessly in the background while we shop.