Event
Fri 10 Apr 13:00-14:00 at Pervasive Media Studio
Ethical Music Listening and the Value of Art
In this week's Lunchtime Talk our very own Lawi Anywar will examine the costs and consequences of music streaming by exploring some ethical alternatives to question how streaming has changed our perception of the value of art
Lawi Anywar - Image credit: Pit Lad
Lawi will talk about the different ways that we can listen to music. Streaming services now dominate our listening habits, with algorithm driven recommendations leading our ears to new vibrations.
That said, we also know that streaming, as a model, comes with dire consequences for artists and the music industry, as the rising costs of creation, touring, marketing, merchandising and indeed living has made it extremely challenging for artists to make a living from their work, and for music fans to be certain that their money isn’t going to tech giants before their favourite artists. He will present some ethical alternatives and ways we can support artists.
About Lawi
Lawi Anywar is a multi-instrumentalist songwriter, producer, session musician, mental health advocate and lecturer in songwriting and creative philosophy. Lawi is also studio coordinator at Watershed, he manages and maintains information and schedules across the Research, Talent Development and Studio Community teams with a focus on supporting the studio's residents.
Join us online on YouTube Live, or in the building on Friday, the 27th of February 2026 at 1pm for the talk and to take part in the Q and A discussion afterwards.
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The Pervasive Media Studio is a partnership between the Watershed, University of the West of England and University of Bristol. The lunchtime talks are partly supported by MyWorld, a project led by the University of Bristol to support creative industries in the region. Watershed is supported by Arts Council England.
Address:
Watershed, 1 Canon's Rd, Bristol BS1 5TX
Directions:
The Lunchtime talks take place in the Pervasive Media Studio Event Space. To access the Studio, please go to the Main Watershed Box Office entrance and go upstairs to the Café Bar. Walk across the cafe bar, turn right and walk towards the double doors. Go through into the corridor and walk all the way down until you reach the Studio. A member of staff will sign you in, and check your ticket, if you have booked.
The Studio is wheelchair accessible, and the events space has a hearing loop. The last talk of every month is BSL interpreted.
For more information on accessing the studio take a look here.
*Please note this is a hybrid event and will be live streamed so please be aware you will be in the live broadcast and recording when watching in the Studio.
