Pandora follows Spotify, stops promoting R. Kelly's music
The "R. Kelly rule" is gaining traction.
Another company follows the "R. Kelly rule": In the wake of Spotify's decision that it has the right to ban or bury music and artists deemed "hateful," music-streaming service Pandora followed suit today as reported by The Blast.
A Pandora spokesperson reiterated its policy as quoted in The Blast: "Pandora's policy is to not actively promote artists with certain demonstrable behavioral, ethical or criminal issues. We approach each of these scenarios on a case-by-case basis to ensure we address components true to Pandora's principles while not overreaching and avoiding censorship."
Update, 6:15 p.m. PT: According to Pitchfork, Apple Music has also stopped promoting R. Kelly and has removed his work from suggested compliation albums like "Best Slow Jams of the 90s" -- even though his image remains on the cover. Apple didn't immediately respond to a request for comment.
Here's more background on bury-or-ban and why it matters.
