I haven’t been this focused since Napster. Every morning I turn on my phone and am… Stunned, horrified. Not that everybody agrees with me. Kind of like those days back in the beginning of 2000. The label execs told us they had it under control. After all, the law was on their side. You had […]

OLD SCHOOL Get a record deal. NEW SCHOOL Get a fan base. OLD SCHOOL Learn how to play your instrument. NEW SCHOOL Learn how to use your computer. OLD SCHOOL The artist is king. NEW SCHOOL If the label doesn’t hear a hit, they won’t release your album. And the CEO makes more money than […]

I was so pleased to read your piece on Matt Nathanson, who’s such a great artist and so deserving of recognition and praise. My wife and I have seen him many times, performing solo and with various lineups, and he always delights. But—as you say—beyond his terrific songs and stand-up-comic-caliber stage presence, Matt offers something […]

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