Reply #85: well, yes, someone does need to distribute it. However, you're missing the point. [View All]

[Edweird]

I think limewire and kazaa and whatever other network these students are using is distributing this music just fine. Without the help of record labels. And for free. The fact is, there was a time when record labels had what musicians needed. They had these fabulous recording studios and they had the ear of A/R reps at radio stations. Well, now, we have computers and hardware so inexpensive that any kid who is willing to mow lawns over the summer can have a recording studio. We have th internet which has supplanted corporate radio as the primary distribution method of music. And, don't forget, musicians don't make squat from unit sales or radio play. They make money touring and merchandising. (unless you are madonna or metallica or some other mega successful band).