Looking through Salon.com, I see that their (free) Song of the Day is now available as a podcast. I subscribe. The most recent 9 songs download onto my computer. I let them start playing as I work. I start digging a song. I look to see who the artist is – huh, something called Ted Leo and the Pharmacists. Sounds very familiar – oh, they’re a local band. In fact, haven’t I seen something about a concert, lately? Indeed I have. Concert on the 29th? Tickets $15? Cool, I’ll take two.
That’s how a musician makes money. DRM-free music gives me a chance to see how I like an artist, and if it’s my thing, I’ll pay for something more.
Karen
I’ve got to start sending you copies of my mixtapes.
MB
You should! But also, I should warn that sending me mixtapes is a sure path to heartbreak. There are at least a half dozen girls from high school who can attest to that.
Amir Thompson
That track is totally amazing, and I’m not even into that type of music. I enjoy listening to it!