Spotify's CEO Daniel Ek sparked a firestorm of backlash with his assertion that the cost of content creation is "close to zero." This statement is a concise summary of what is wrong with the digital world today.
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Through the lens of AI, social media, and an MBA-driven mindset, art has been reduced to its most rote tasks, with the intent of making its creation more efficient, cost-effective, and profitable. The problem is, this approach has not made it profitable for musicians and has stripped away the very elements that made art valuable—the time, effort, and struggle that an artist invests in the birth of their work.
Art is not merely content. It's a......
To the excitement of many, the surprise of others, and the curiosity of more than a few, Steve Perry, the iconic and much-beloved former frontman of Journey, has signed a new record deal. As of this announcement, the details regarding the label and the terms remain undisclosed. Personally, I am thrilled, very supportive, and pleasantly surprised.
In prior interviews following the release of his 2018 album "Traces," Perry mentioned that he walked away from the limelight because he had lost his spark; the love for singing was no longer there. This wasn't a new mindset for the iconic voice of the '80s. Before joining Journey, he was involved in a project called Alien Project. After the tragic......
Sixteen years after its initial release, Don Dokken's 2008 acoustic rock album "Solitary" deserves to be celebrated as a standout work in his illustrious career. Originally sold exclusively to fans attending his tour, "Solitary" found new life with a digital re-release in 2014, featuring additional tracks, and a physical media release in 2020. Despite its limited initial availability, the album showcases Don Dokken's profound artistry and emotional depth, distinct from his work with his band, Dokken.
In a recent interview with FM2.0, Don Dokken expressed pride in "Solitary" but also disappointment that no label originally picked up the album, noting that it "didn't sound like Dokken." This......
