RIAA Moves to Stab Artists in Back
In a not-so-surprising-to-me-move, the RIAA is now pushing to reduce royalties paid to artists when their music is downloaded for use in digital media. By the way, this would be a stab in the back to artists like Metalica that so fervently supported the RIAA’s efforts to squash download services like Napster.
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December 11th, 2006 in
Music Notes
And, at the same time, Universal Music Group wants to lobby for a recordable-media and media player tariff.
Remember, folks, it’s all about keeping the middleman in business. It has nothing to do with protecting artists’ rights.
You’re absolutely right, Rob. So, I say, support your local independent artist! You can find information about lotsa good one’s here, or in the pages of your local entertainment rags.