Article 5 June 2024
Rolling Stone: Why GTA VI's Soundtrack Matters to the Music Industry
Rolling Stone argues a GTA VI soundtrack placement is now one of the most valuable slots in the music business.
In a feature interviewing label executives and indie artists alike, Rolling Stone reports that a placement on a GTA VI radio station is now considered one of the most valuable slots in music marketing — comparable to a Super Bowl halftime cameo.
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