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entertainment1d ago
Still like R.Kelly? Why revelations about artists can BOOST popularity
- New Cornell study finds grim revelations about artists can boost their music streams.
- Backlash did not lead to long-term drops in streaming for songs still on playlists.
- Platform editors and algorithms can affect artist visibility after scandals.
- Study cites Diddy and Morgan Wallen among cases analyzed in the research.
- Researchers emphasize streaming platforms as cultural intermediaries.
- The study notes declines occur mainly when platforms reduce visibility.
- Reddit and user discussions show mixed opinions on separating art from artist.
- The research signals a nuanced view of cancel culture in streaming economies.
- The article highlights R. Kelly's ongoing legal convictions as context for the study.
- The study references Spotify's role in shaping listening behavior post-scandal.
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