Corinne Bailey Rae Returns | Broken Record

Industry Shifts

The music industry has undergone significant changes, impacting both artists and executives. Corinne Bailey Rae highlights the shift from physical sales to streaming, which has altered revenue streams for artists. She notes, "There's a big gap now between, I love that song, I have to hear it right now, or you can listen to it on YouTube, which is completely free, and none of the money goes to the artist." 1 This shift has made it challenging for artists to earn from their work, despite the ease of access for listeners. Justin Richmond and Corinne discuss how this evolution affects the relationship between artists and labels, with feedback from labels being more positive but less financially rewarding 2.

   

Women in Music

Women in music production face unique challenges, yet progress is being made. Corinne shares her experience of winning an award at the Resonator Awards, which celebrates women producers and engineers. She explains, "Of all the songs that came out last year and all the records, there was only six, just over 6% that either had a woman producer or engineer." 3 This statistic underscores the need for initiatives like Move the Needle, which aims to increase equity through mentorships and internships. Corinne's interactions with labels have been positive, reflecting a growing recognition of women's contributions to the industry 2.