I read this recently and thought it might be of interest.
A recent report hints that Spotify may soon be pursuing a strategy which could potentially anger partners which it needs to stay in the business, with the streaming giant considering offering certain indie artists advances and direct licensing deals.
Read more here http://www.hypebot.com/hypebot/2018/06/spotify-considers-unveiling-long-term-strategy-the-music-industry-wont-like.html