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It's pretty obvious to everyone that the revolution has happened. The People can now easily cut out a hoard of middlemen (record companies, radio stations, music press and retail shops). With a series of computer strokes they can find the music they want to hear, become informed about the musicians who make it, find other people who share their interest and ultimately either buy, trade or steal that coveted sound.

Natalie Merchant#54

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About this quote

What does it mean?
The speaker claims music distribution has shifted to the public via the internet, bypassing middlemen.
In plain terms
The internet lets people find and get music without big companies.
What can you take from it?
Technology empowers consumers over corporations.

Where it applies

  • music discovery
  • consumer choice
  • tech adoption

Putting it to work

  • supporting indie artists
  • sharing music
  • using streaming

Questions to consider

  • How do you find music?
  • Are middlemen still relevant?

Another view

It ignores that major platforms now act as new gatekeepers.

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