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The author is a news reporter who specializes in covering the music industry, particularly focusing on emerging artists and genres. They have a deep understanding of the phonk genre and its evolution over time. The author has written extensively about Dxrk ダーク, an Algerian phonk producer who rose to fame in 2022, becoming the most-streamed artist from the Middle East and North Africa globally. The author's articles often feature data-driven insights and interviews with industry insiders, as well as personal reflections on the state of music and its impact on culture.

Biography:  https://newsroom.spotify.com/2023-02-14/get-to-know-dxrk-%E3%83%80%E3%83%BC%E3%82%AF-the-phonk-artist-taking-electronic-music-by-storm/

63%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

85%

Examples:

  • The author highlights the controversy surrounding Joe Rogan and his podcast without providing context or acknowledging the perspectives of others.
  • The author uses language that dehumanizes those who hold different beliefs than their own.

Conflicts of Interest

50%

Examples:

  • The author has a financial interest in promoting the success of Spotify.
  • There is an absence of information about any potential conflicts of interest related to the articles provided.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Apple has been asked to take action against by the European Commission for five years.
  • There are no examples provided of how Joe Rogan has changed podcasting.
  • The statement 'JRE has been a Spotify exclusive since 2020' is false as it was exclusively available on Apple Podcasts until January of this year (2024).

Deceptions

50%

Examples:

  • The claim that JRE consistently ranks as the most-listened-to podcast globally and suggests a sense of entitlement.
  • There are no examples provided of how Joe Rogan has changed podcasting.
  • The statement 'JRE has been a Spotify exclusive since 2020' is false as it was exclusively available on Apple Podcasts until January of this year (2024).

Recent Articles

New Spotify Basic Plan: Music and Podcasts for $10.99 per Month

New Spotify Basic Plan: Music and Podcasts for $10.99 per Month

Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024 Spotify introduces a new $10.99/month Basic plan for US subscribers, offering music and podcasts but no audiobooks, potentially attracting price-conscious users and maintaining market share.
Spotify's Q1 2024 Earnings: Record-Breaking Revenue of €3.6 Billion and 615 Million MAUs

Spotify's Q1 2024 Earnings: Record-Breaking Revenue of €3.6 Billion and 615 Million MAUs

Broke On: Tuesday, 23 April 2024 Spotify reported Q1 2024 earnings, surpassing expectations with a 20% YoY revenue increase to €3.6bn, driven by a record-high 615m MAUs and 239m subscribers. The company also achieved an operating income of €168m and a net income of €197m, with a stronger-than-expected gross margin of 27.6%. CEO Daniel Ek remains confident in the company's growth plans, while Spotify's podcast will now be available on multiple platforms to broaden its reach.
Joe Rogan's Podcast Leaves Spotify Exclusive Deal for Broader Distribution

Joe Rogan's Podcast Leaves Spotify Exclusive Deal for Broader Distribution

Broke On: Saturday, 03 February 2024 Joe Rogan, a popular podcaster and comedian, has signed a new multiyear partnership deal with Spotify. Under the agreement, his podcast The Joe Rogan Experience will no longer be exclusive to the audio app and instead will be distributed to other platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music and YouTube.
Apple Opens iPhone to Third-Party App Stores in EU, But at What Cost?

Apple Opens iPhone to Third-Party App Stores in EU, But at What Cost?

Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024 Apple is finally opening the iPhone to third-party app stores in the European Union, but a 0.50 fee may deter smaller apps from using it.