Another example of famous artists who are realising how labels short change them of royalties and are making some noise about it.
This type of case is notoriously difficult to prove even though many musicians at least have an inkling that it is taking place.
Best of luck to Cher as she attacks this.
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via Techdirt
Techdirt reminded me of a question I’ve often had about royalty collection agencies… Especially not-for-profit ones. If all these licenses are being paid to one central agency, surely they should be spending some money to make sure that those people who have earned it get it.
When the onus is on the artist to track down every agency that possibly collects funds I am not surprised that royalties get missed or forgotten.
And once again… the artist loses out.
Geez, how do we manage to exist in this climate?
If you’re a musician or artist who wants to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to publicity and marketing, you would do well to count Trent Reznor as one of your mentors.
Trent has consistently re-invented his connection with his fans over the past few years.
Here is a nice summary of the work that he’s done
His latest idea is the game for the iphone that if you score over a certain amount puts you in the running for some exclusive concert tickets.
Other musicians watch and learn.
p.s. has anyone listened to trent’s newest music? I know as a musician I’m mostly following him for business ideas, I’ve downloaded his album but not listened. What about you?