B.B. King's Spotify Streams Increased 9,800% Following His Passing

B.B. King's Spotify streams see an incredible jump following his death.

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Last night, the world and music lost a legend in B.B. King. He passed away at the age of 89, and performed for over six decades. His more than 30 albums and nearly 300 shows a year, made him one of the hardest working forces in show business and "The King of Blues." Since his passing was announced, fans worldwide have returned to his music to appreciate his legacy. Spotify announced that in the past 24 hours, B.B. King's global streams has increased 9,800%. It is an incredible exponential increase that is a testament to his work and his influence on people's lives. 

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