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Dak,

I just don't understand why you and others think this model would produce LESS money or is a matter of getting paid LESS? It boggles my mind. Right now, if you get airplay on radio (or anywhere else) you don't get a penny per play per listener. You get a mega fraction of a fraction of a fraction of a penny per listen. Remember, we AREN'T talking about people BUYING tracks for a penny. We're ONLY talking about people LISTENING to tracks for a penny. Is this why folks aren't getting the model?

Ironically, this model doesn't replace (or even try to) the other models. People could still (and likely will still be offered) actual ownership of tracks, CD's or DVDs or any other format). Of course, you'd have to wonder WHY anyone would actually BUY a track or CD when they can access ANY song ever made for less than the cost of 1 CD per month on a subscription service. But for those who want to "own" songs, they'll still be available. All the hand wringing is for nought. But once an on demand system is fleshed out, "ownership" will seem far less important or useful. People still buy 8 track tapes at flea markets. Folks still hang on to older technology far after it is relevant. I am sure that CD type sales will always be around on some level. But people are suckers for instant gratification and convenience.. this model works towards offering that.

Knute, you're 100% right. Kids want to be fed "superstars." A filter system does that for them now. It's called Record Labels and Mass Media. The labels are shutting down, taking their method of filtration with them. This new model replaces the old model. Sure, some (maybe all that are left) of the labels will continue to offer THEIR filters, but it will be hard for a single label with a limited number of artists/writers to compete with a filter choosing from ALL recorded music. Some may still succeed. More power to them. Anyone who can prove that they filter the best music will find great success. Those who attempt any of the old school artificial tactics of choosing "less than the best" music, but using brute marketing force to cram it down everyone's throat will likely loose to those companies who can choose "the actual best" music and THEN use their brute marketing force to cram it down people's throats. That's the beauty of the system.

And thanks to Mike. I really don't understand why anyone would aggressively trash an idea that brings fairness and more wealth to people based on their talent, rather than their mass media company affiliation/indentured servitude contract owners called "label" as we have today. Even the labels seem to hate themselves and their own model for doing business. Why would anyone fight to keep it the way it is if they truly understand how bad it is and how that's not how it really has to be?

Brian