Mellencamp on Music Business


On the money, or better off sticking to little ditties?

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he pretty much 'nails it'....soundscan pretty much killed the chances of 'breaking' a record....after that, the 'end' of rock and roll radio was eminent. add filesharing(theft) and a subtle evolution of consumer habits, priorities, yada yada.......you can't go home again.
most musicians and songwriters are dirt poor. the music 'business' is also made up of working stiffs, just like any other industry.