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There's no need to be rude to her, Rez! She's as entitled to her beliefs as we are to ours (I don't like her trying to "convert" us however).
To me, it's not even a question of $20 CD because CD stores NEVER carry anything I listen to. They only carry the latest trendy crap! And, I don't like the latest trendy crap.
When you think of the way file-sharing is a big help to independant bands, and foreign music desparate for U.S. exposure. Many of which intentionally release their music on such programs. Not to mention, it's the ONLY way to get old music that's just plain out-of-print (and, therefore isn't making any more money anyway).
Of course, RIAA considers these to be enemies which might possibly be a motive for it's behavior. That kinda seems like monopolizing to me! And, I gotta say, I like the "Robin Hood" effect that file-sharing is having.
Since RIAA, has a very strict policy of retaining the copyrights to all songs thus screwing it's artists royally, many artists have spoken out against RIAA's actions. RIAA acknowledges this on their own website and claims they're "Biting the hand that feeds them"!
Still, many artists prefer their work not be downloaded, so if you feel better by not downloading than by all means feel free not to download (It's not like you need me to say that). And, go ahead and express it, but DON'T try to force us to be the same.
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