In an era dominated by streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, where algorithms dictate visibility and discovery, artists already face an uphill battle. Revenue is scarce, smaller acts are buried beneath playlist politics, and now we’re seeing a new, more personal shift: artists quietly removing individual songs from their discographies.

Like everyone else in the scene, I am completely obsessed with Geese’s new album Getting Killed right now. And if you’ve been anywhere near music Twitter, TikTok, or even your group chats lately, you’ve probably noticed: it’s Geese, Geese, Geese. But why? And where did they even come from?