"Streaming Giant to Shake Up Chart Rankings: New Criteria to Favor Artists with Live Presence In a move that could significantly impact the music industry, a leading music streaming platform has announced plans to revamp its chart rankings system. Gone are the days of relying solely on streaming numbers and album sales - the new criteria will also take into account artists' live performance schedules and their online social media presence. This shift is expected to favor artists who regularly tour and engage with their fans on social media, potentially giving a boost to emerging acts and those with a strong grassroots following. As the music landscape continues to evolve, this change could have far-reaching implications for artists, promoters, and fans alike."
The music streaming platform will review criteria such as artists' live dates and social media presence.
