Capturing the essence of iTunes, and the function of MySpace, PhilaFunk.com is a "social music store." The site wa designed to be a haven for indie musicians, for .80 cents of every .99 cent song sold goes to the musician. This way musicians get paid, have a social network to attract new listeners, and little need for a record label. However, MySpace themselves intend on launching a similar service soon.
Unfortunately, indie services can only really launch someone into getting a record deal, rather then provide an end all solution to remove record labels from the music industry. This type of service can also potentially help an upcoming band make a few bucks early on, but not necessarily allow them to quit their day jobs.
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ether_medius
Toronto, ON
November 2004
OCT 03, 2006 08:32 AM