In response to the platform changes, Kelly's team told BuzzFeed News that Spotify's "actions are without merit" and are "based on false and unproven allegations." Kelly off Spotify, Apple Music, Pandora playlists but remains on Atlanta radio stations When an artist or creator does something that is especially harmful or hateful, it may affect the ways we work with or support that artist or creator." In a statement to Billboard, Spotify said, "We don't censor content because of an artist's or creator's behavior, but we want our editorial decisions-what we choose to program-to reflect our values. He has denied the accusations and isn't currently facing any charges. In 2008, Kelly was acquitted on 14 charges of making child pornography. The Grammy-winning artist has been accused of many crimes over the years and allegedly "held women against their will in a cult" at his homes in two cities, including one in metro Atlanta. Explore » RELATED: Why do black people still listen to R. Spotify no longer actively promotes the artist’s music, though the songs are still available on the service.Īs of May 10, Kelly's music was no longer be available on the site's editorial or algorithmic playlists, including Discover Weekly, New Music Friday, RapCaviar and any of the platform's popular genre- or mood-based playlists, the AJC previously reported.Īpple Music and Pandora followed suit. The policy change went into effect following a #MuteRKelly social media movement sparked by the multiple allegations of sex abuse against the artist.
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