A few decades ago, streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, Spotify, and Apple Music did not exist. Our parents used to rely on physical stores that sold CDs and videotapes of the latest music and movies. Theaters and cable TV were booming with customers – until the world went digital.

 

Online streaming services completely changed the film and music industry.

 

The Effects On The Film & TV Industry

There are some movies that we just have to watch in the theater, like the new 'Spiderman', because it is a special experience. For everyday use, most of us use a platform like Netflix. An advantage of these platforms is that they allow for many more types of movies and TV shows to be produced, and in much more quantity. Streaming services have given the industry a larger audience. Since the movies and shows stay on the platform for a longer amount of time, it is more profitable to filmmakers than using cable television.

 

The Effects On The Music Industry

Streaming seemed to give hope to struggling musicians. Platforms like Spotify could be used as a regular source of income. Although online music does get a decent amount of listeners, most of the money that comes from it does not go to the artist. Unless you are a top artist, like Ed Sheeran. The big checks go to the record labels and the streaming platforms.

 

One of the biggest pros of music on streaming platforms is the variety. Anyone can make a song and put it on Spotify or YouTube. The competition between artists pushes them to produce more music that stands apart from the rest.

 

FAQs

1. What are some common streaming platforms?

Netflix, Amazon Prime, Spotify, and Apple Music are some common streaming platforms.

 

2. What did people use to watch movies and TV shows before online streaming?

People used to rely on physical stores, theaters, and cable TV to watch movies and TV shows.

 

3. What is an advantage of streaming movies online?

An advantage of these platforms is that they allow for many more types of movies and TV shows to be produced, and in much more quantity.

 

4. Are musicians on streaming platforms well-paid?

Top artists are well-paid on streaming platforms. Regular musicians do not get most of the money from these platforms. The record labels and the streaming platform make most of the money.

 

5. What is an advantage of streaming music?

One of the biggest pros of music on streaming platforms is the variety. Anyone can make a song and put it on Spotify or YouTube. The competition between artists pushes them to produce more music that stands apart from the rest.