My thoughts on raising the royalty rate on internet radio, payola, and the 4200 radio hours for indies ....

The way I see it.. raising the royalty rate will extinguish the majority of internet radio stations. This will decrease exposure for new music. I realize some internet radio stations will continue but more then likely will be manipulated into playing mainstream music. Thus,, decreasing exposure for new music. I think its odd that the royalty rates are now being adjusted just as the FCC Settles With Radio In Support Of Independent Music. I think its perfect timing for the big 4. The big four ( Clear Channel, CBS, Entercom Comm. and Citadel )got a slap on the wrist for payola and now the royalty rates on internet radio are increased giving the big 4 a new direction to pursue.. internet radio.. and with fewer internet radio stations the easier it will be for the Big 4 to manipulate them into playing their artists. Its a conspiracy ! Thank you sooo much to the four radio station owners that agreed to set aside 4,200 hours of free radio time for local and independent musicians. Exactly how will that work?? Who will be monitoring the 4200 hours? And will this 4200 hours apply to internet radio.. lol doubt it. Can't wait to see how this unfolds.

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