Spotify removing R. Kelly's songs is a sign of a worrying trend towards censorship
- Written by Scott Davie, Piano tutor and Lecturer, Sydney Conservatorium Music, University of Sydney
R. Kelly at the American Music Awards in 2013. PAUL BUCKMusic streaming service Spotify recently removed the music of R. Kelly and XXXTentacion from its playlists as part of its new policy on hateful content and conduct. Subsequently, Apple Music has also ceased promotion of R. Kelly in featured playlists. While the music of both black American...