Outside a Hollywood nightclub, a significant public feud erupted between Mark Zuckerberg and Sean Parker regarding Facebook’s involvement in the new music venture Spotify.
According to sources, the Facebook billionaire creator Zuckerberg and Napster co-founder Parker, who launched the music streaming service Spotify, engaged in a boozy altercation at The Beverly club in West Hollywood earlier this month.
Their complex relationship, previously depicted in The Social Network, reportedly led to an alcohol-fueled dispute concerning Facebook’s partnership agreement with Spotify.
A source shared, “After the big Spotify launch, Sean and Mark went to The Beverly to celebrate.” The source continued, “They splurged on drinks, and as the evening progressed, an intense discussion escalated into a loud argument as they exited the venue.”
Additionally, the source mentioned, “Sean contended that Spotify users shouldn’t be obligated to create a Facebook account, yet Mark remained steadfast in his position. It transformed into a full-blown shouting match outside the club, though they managed to avoid physical confrontation. They subsequently left in opposite directions.”
While the partnership has increased Spotify’s subscriber base, it has also frustrated some users who prefer not to have their musical preferences shared on Facebook.
“Sean is very passionate and tends to be quite vocal,” noted another source. “These two have endured a lot together. Their debates are intense and opinions run high. Their collaboration has significantly contributed to Spotify’s subscriber growth.”
