Absolutely, Flash inspired a form of artistic communication. But it wasn’t as egalitarian as you imply—and to the extent that it was egalitarian, I suspect that

Absolutely, Flash inspired a form of artistic communication. But it wasn’t as egalitarian as you imply—and to the extent that it was egalitarian, I suspect that was on the back of rampant software piracy. Meanwhile, plenty of treasure has been found in the smoldering ashes of a dumpster fire. Rick Astley inspired an entirely new genre of comedy. That doesn’t speak to the inherent merit of his music.