# Spotify Faces Backlash for Allowing Fake Albums on Real Artist Pages! 🎶

**URL:** <https://onehack.st/t/spotify-faces-backlash-for-allowing-fake-albums-on-real-artist-pages/293772>\
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**Created:** [October 16, 2024, 5:10pm UTC](https://onehack.st/t/spotify-faces-backlash-for-allowing-fake-albums-on-real-artist-pages/293772 "2024-10-16T17:10:42Z")\
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**Post date:** [October 16, 2024, 5:10pm UTC](https://onehack.st/t/spotify-faces-backlash-for-allowing-fake-albums-on-real-artist-pages/293772/1 "2024-10-16T17:10:42Z")

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**Summary:**

1. **Fake Albums Detected**  
Thousands of fake albums have appeared on Spotify, with some misleadingly placed on the pages of real artists, confusing and deceiving listeners.

2. **Example Highlighted**  
A fan discovered a fake self-titled album on the page of the UK psych rock band **Gong** , which did not match the band’s style or recent releases.

3. **Generic Artwork and Sound**  
The fake album featured generic electronic music and a cover that lacked the distinctive imagery typical of Gong’s artwork, making it easy for fans to identify.

4. **Widespread Issue**  
Notable fake labels, such as **Beat Street Music** and **Ancient Lake Records** , have uploaded hundreds of junk albums, with some targeting popular artists by using one-word names.

5. **Spotify’s Response**  
Spotify has acknowledged the problem, stating they are reviewing the content and considering actions against the licensor, while emphasizing their efforts to combat such abuses in their system.

**Read more at:** [Ars Technica](https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2024/10/spotify-criticized-for-letting-fake-albums-appear-on-real-artist-pages/)