Tracy Chapman Discusses Refusal to Stream Music: ‘I Only Buy Music in Physical Form’

Tracy Chapman Discusses Refusal to Stream Music: ‘I Only Buy Music in Physical Form’

As Tracy Chapman reissues her debut album on vinyl for its latest anniversary, the acclaimed musician has opened up about her preference of avoiding streaming services. Speaking to the New York Times this week, Chapman was asked about her current listening habits, admitting that while she does still indeed check out new music, she doesn’t “listen to as much as [she] used to.” “I’m maybe going to date myself now, or someone’s going call me a …

Tracy Chapman sings praises of buying albums over streaming

Elusive and legendary singer-songwriter Tracy Chapman, known for hits such as "Fast Car", expressed her dislike for streaming in a recent New York Times interview. "Someone's going to call me a Luddite, but I don't stream music," Chapman revealed."Artists get paid when you actually buy a CD or the vinyl. That's important to me," Chapman declared. Despite this sentiment, Chapman's music can be streamed on platforms such as Apple Music and Spotify…

Tracy Chapman reveals why she hates streaming music

Tracy Chapman has given a rare interview in which she discusses her reasons for refusing to use streaming services to listen to music. Find out here.

Tracy Chapman reveals why she refuses to stream music in the digital age

In a rare interview, Tracy Chapman has revealed why she refuses to stream music in the digital age.

Tracy Chapman on ‘Fast Car,’ Chappell Roan & Charli XCX, and why she won’t stream music – 97.9 WRMF

Tracy Chapman reissued her self-titled debut album on vinyl on April 4, which is why the reclusive artist is doing some interviews. And while the socially conscious album, which originally came… Source