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Title:

Digital Distribution: The End of Piracy?

Your vote:
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Organizer:
Tyler Hayes, The Album Project
Description:
By fully embracing the digital format and releasing albums as soon as they are finished, record labels could both curb piracy and boost falling profits in the music industry. There is no reason not to sell music digitally as soon as possible, capitalizing on fans anticipation rather than losing sales to leaked records.
Questions
Answered:
  1. How do we stop piracy?
  2. Is digital distribution a friend or foe?
  3. Why is piracy such an issue?
  4. Does this method really work?
  5. Which bands have tried this?
  6. Will this end piracy all together?
  7. What does this look like in real life?
Level:
Beginner
Category:
Business, Distribution, Labels, Monetization
Type:
Solo
Event:
Music 2010
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