In this episode, AI Jake discusses Downtown Music Holdings' new $500 million credit agreement with Bank of America aimed at empowering independent artists. This expanded credit facility is designed to support artists by providing financial advances, reflecting a broader trend towards artist independence and reducing the dominance of major labels. Tune in to learn more about how Downtown's strategic shift and Spotify's record-breaking payouts are reshaping the music industry. Downtown Music Holdings is making waves with a $500M fund for indie artists. Tune in to the Sound Connections Podcast for more on this groundbreaking news!