Wyclef Jean Discusses OpenWav and Creator-Owned Revenue Models at Brandweek
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Adweek Staff
Crusty in the right places. Worth the chew.
Summary
In this episode of Adspeak by ADWEEK, host Madeline Nelson interviews Wyclef Jean and Jaeson Ma at Brandweek about the future of the creator economy. The discussion focuses on OpenWav, a platform that helps artists bypass streaming algorithms and traditional gatekeepers by enabling direct ownership of fan relationships, data, and revenue. The article emphasizes the importance of having 1,000 true fans over millions of streams, advocating for a shift toward creator-owned business models.
Key quotes
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The conversation explores enabling direct ownership of fan relationships, data, and revenue.
Why 1,000 true fans matter more than millions of streams.
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