I saw the other day that Radiohead is now selling their album on iTunes, after 'selling' it from their own site for what ever price the fan wanted to pay, even $0.00. I don't know if we'll ever know how much they will have made on this new album, but I have to believe it will rival any of their other albums' success.
Trent Reznor, of Nine Inch Nails fame posted the results of an experiment he did with an album he produced. Below is a quote from Trent's blog followed by commentary from Chris Anderson and Marshal Kirkpatrick.
It's a strange time to be an artist in the recording business. It's pretty easy to see what NOT to do these days, but less obvious to know what's right. As I find myself free from the bloated bureaucracy of major labels, finally able to do whatever I want... well, what is that? What is the "right" way to release records, treat your music and your audience with respect and attempt to make a living as well? I have a number of musician friends who are either in a similar situation or feel they soon will be, and it's a real source of anxiety and uncertainty.
nin.com [the official nine inch nails website]
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