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The Challenge of Diving into the Streaming Ocean%u201cToday, the number of songs released daily could match what used to come out in an entire month,%u201d says Lee. %u201cMany people say music today doesn%u2019t sound good, but I think there are still quality works, it%u2019s just that people don%u2019t get the chance to hear them.%u201d He points out that advances in recording technology and the rise of digital distribution have significantly lowered the barrier to entry for new artists while dispersing the resources once controlled by record labels and mainstream media. As a result, although the market has become increasingly segmented, listeners still struggle to absorb the flood of new songs uploaded daily, and the sheer volume on streaming platforms has diluted the visibility of each release.Meanwhile, beloved classics continue to circulate. Lee observes that whether it%u2019s in film and TV production, radio programming, or casual listening, royalties still mostly go to old songs. This significantly affects how royalties are distributed on streaming platforms. He uses film soundtrack strategy as an example: %u201cSometimes a new song is needed for a theme track, but the film still needs to weave in a few classics.%u201d Creating resonance through the greatest common denominator is the built-in advantage of classic songs, making it even harder for new music to be heard.Reflecting on the nearly ten years since music streaming became widespread in Taiwan, Chen notes that its impact was relatively positive in the earlier years, as many independent new voices were able to reach wider audiences. However, he also points out, %u201cThe downside in the later years is that creators are easily swayed by online trends. They start wondering if they should write a certain kind of song, or shorten their tracks to suit the streaming format. But I think what really matters is how to present your content in a compelling way, not letting form become a restrictive framework.%u201dMusic Formats That Morph with the Times and Their Mediums%u201cIn today%u2019s pop music, it%u2019s true that intros are shortened and the most important parts are packed into the first 30 seconds to maximize 114115Explore the Boundless Possibilities