Writing on Instagram, the artist said: "Donda 2 will only be available on my own platform, the Stem Player.

"Not on Apple, Amazon, Spotify or YouTube.

"Today artists get just 12% of the money the industry makes. It's time to free music from this oppressive system."

The Stem player is a small handheld device that enables users to split songs into "stems", and is currently retailing online for £147 on its website.

Spotify problems

Spotify have been embroiled in controversy recently, with numerous artists including Joni Mitchell, removing their songs off the platform due to concerns over COVID-related content.

Neil Young also removed his tracks in protest of Spotify hosting the Joe Rogan Podcast, which has been known to air COVID vaccine-sceptical views.

Other artists, such as Gary Numan, have spoken out about the economics of the streaming service, claiming he got £37 from a song of his with one million streams.

Kanye West's latest album will be released on 22 February.