iTunes for Windows and Mac iSbogus

Instead of creating a system that gets virtually all of fans' money directly to artists-- finally possible with the internet-- iTunes takes a big step backwards. This commentary gives a lot of food for thought. I will gladly pay for music I like, and I believe that musicians need to compensated for their efforts, especially if they're truly talented but don't have a "mainstream" appeal. I also love the concept of the iTunes Store: a digital jukebox that lives on your computer. But if the so-called frictionless economy of the Internet isn't making it better for good artists to make a living, then what's the point in my support of yet another pyramid scheme?
Blogged: Wednesday, September 10, 2003

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