A Grammy-nominated producer has released an experimental EP that is leaving critics in awe. The boundary-pushing sounds and innovative production techniques are solidifying their status as a trailblazer in the music industry.<\/p>\n
In this article, we will explore the cataclysm facing U.S. industry through the portal example of the music industry, a simple industry in comparison to those of automotive or energy. However, in the simplicity of this example we may uncover some lessons that apply to all industries.<\/p>\n
In his web-article, \u00ab\u00a0The Inevitable March of Recorded Music Towards Free,\u00a0\u00bb Michael Arrington tells us that music CD sales continue to plummet alarmingly.<\/p>\n
Unless sovereign governments that subscribe to the Universal Copyright Convention take drastic measures, such as the proposed mandatory music tax to prop up the industry, there virtually exist no economic or legal barriers to keep the price of recorded music from falling toward zero. In response, artists and labels will probably return to focusing on other revenue streams that can, and will, be exploited. Specifically, these include live music, merchandise, and limited edition physical copies of their music.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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