Jay Z’s Tidal Is a Business, Man: Why Critics of Hov’s Vaunted Ambition Need to Take A Step Back

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Yes, the launch event for the new artist-owned streaming service Tidal was over-the-top. But we shouldn’t fault Jay Z and other A-list artists for demanding a place at the table.

Published Mar. 31 2015 5:15AM EDT

On Monday, hip-hop mogul Jay Z and a parade of superstars announced the official launch of the rebranded music streaming service Tidal in New York City.

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Jay Z’s Tidal Is a Business, Man: Why Critics of Hov’s Vaunted Ambition Need to Take A Step Back

Yes, the launch event for the new artist-owned streaming service Tidal was over-the-top. But we shouldn’t fault Jay Z and other A-list artists for demanding a place at the table.

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