Ways of Listening: Building a Deeper Relationship with Music in the Streaming Era
Building Deeper Relationship: Ways of Listening by Rollie Pemberton, also known as Cadence Weapon, examines how streaming and online culture shape music discovery and listening. It combines commentary on algorithms and artist royalties with examples including Charli xcx, Kendrick Lamar and Drake, demo recordings, and Italo disco.
At a glance
- Considers how algorithmic recommendations can steer music discovery and listening habits.
- Discusses streaming royalties and music's role as background for social media content.
- Explores examples ranging from Charli xcx's Brat rollout to demo recordings, the Kendrick Lamar–Drake dispute and Italo disco.
Reference price: $35.00
Price checked: Nov 13, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Covers both the cultural effects of streaming and the personal process of discovering music.
- Uses specific contemporary artists and music examples to make its themes concrete.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | McClelland & Stewart |
|---|---|
| Publication date | May 26 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 208 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0771016042 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0771016042 |
| Weight listed | 336 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 15.7 x 1.85 x 23.62 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in music criticism and how streaming affects music discovery.
- Fans curious about contemporary music culture, artist royalties and listening habits.
Less suited to
- Readers looking for a technical guide to streaming platforms or a music-making manual.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Ways of Listening examine?
It looks at how internet culture and streaming affect music discovery, listening habits, artist royalties and the value placed on music.
Which artists and topics does the book discuss?
The description mentions Charli xcx's Brat rollout, Kendrick Lamar and Drake, demo recordings, the mysterious-artist archetype and Italo disco.
How long is the book?
The listing states a print length of 208 pages.
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