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Re:Hmm, can this be the future? 18 Years, 7 Months ago
Great idea, he's already got a few "names" involved. Most of these great marketing ideas seem to be backed by forgettable songs/bands. This isn't the most original song, not really for me, but quite pleasant.
Re:What happened to the guy selling his royalties? 18 Years, 7 Months ago
I think this differs because it's already written, recorded and you're buying individual lines rather than the entire song(s). I don't recall other attempts having interest from big business either.
Re:What happened to the guy selling his royalties? 18 Years, 7 Months ago
In some African countries, singers can be persuaded to write songs about prominent businessmen and politicians. As the authors right situation and levels of piracy make living off the actual music difficult, it's not such a bad idea. No one said it had to be their best song, or that they have to sing it at every concert.
At other times, nobles patronised the arts by requesting portraits. So... whatever goes.