Ty Dolla $ign Slams Apple Music for Failing to Promote his joint album with Kanye West. 'Vultures 1' on the Platform
Ye & Ty Dolla Sign's 'Vultures 1' Tops Charts Despite Missing from Apple Music Homepage:
Ye & Ty Dolla Sign show “Vultures 1” not being shown on the main page of Apple Music but still being No. 1 on the charts 🔥📈 pic.twitter.com/mZGIoGPlYr
— WhatsOnRap (@WhatsOnRap_) March 3, 2024
It's worth noting that Kanye West's status as one of the biggest artists in the industry means that his releases often generate buzz and attention regardless of promotional efforts from streaming services. Additionally, the duo employed their own unique promotional strategy, including hosting Vultures listening parties across the U.S. and Europe, which contributed to building anticipation for the album over several months.
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However, the album faced challenges related to distribution and sample clearance issues, leading to intermittent availability on streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music throughout February. Despite these hurdles, VULTURES 1 managed to maintain its commercial success, a testament to the loyalty of Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign's fan base.
Ultimately, the controversies surrounding the album may influence perceptions of its success, but it's undeniable that Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign's collaboration has resonated with audiences and garnered support from dedicated fans.