The 'Collapse of Music Distributors' as a theme in the music industry refers to the significant disruption and transformation of traditional music distribution models, primarily driven by the advent of digital technologies and online streaming platforms. This shift led to a decline in physical music sales, such as CDs, and a consolidation of digital distribution channels into a few major entities¹. It also facilitated a massive influx of content due to low-friction distribution methods, impacting the industry's landscape².