> Like what, paying for labor instead of the work itself? Yes, exactly. There is no reason why a Kickstarter or Patreon model wouldn't work for recorded-media

> Like what, paying for labor instead of the work itself? Yes, exactly. There is no reason why a Kickstarter or Patreon model wouldn't work for recorded-media entertainment. Those approaches have already been used for things which are much more labor-intensive than music albums. Artists with an established brand and fan following have some additional options, such as limited-edition merchandise or signed prints. Scarce physical goods that can't just be duplicated because their value is derived from their providence.