Sorry, I left out the part where you discussed how much artists should make: "I like music, and as such would like to see artists remain profitable, even after

Sorry, I left out the part where you discussed how much artists should make: "I like music, and as such would like to see artists remain profitable, even after the demise of the CD." Separate from that, the logical fallacy to which you refer is true, but equally applies to the business model that has existed for the past 50 years on which the record labels have relied. To wit: just because it's been the case in our lifetime, doesn't mean it can't or shouldn't change. And no, musicians will not go hungry because of it as you imply, although lawyers might have to find a new line of work.