The money (for artists) in recorded music has always been from royalties. Radio play, commercials, movies, TV shows, video games, etc. are what actually make m

The money (for artists) in recorded music has always been from royalties. Radio play, commercials, movies, TV shows, video games, etc. are what actually make money. The (professional) musicians I know play gigs for cash, compose for royalties, and record for fun.