CSunday

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MySpace/Imeem: artists don’t get paid(a2f2a.com)
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Free Isn’t Working…(a2f2a.com)
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If 3,000 people paid $1 a month…(a2f2a.com)
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Why Music Is Broken – The Artist To Consumer Connection (thenextweb.com)
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by CSunday 17y ago
Spotify certainly sounds like a good deal for users and The Labels, but not much for the Artist(s). let's keep in mind that Spotify is still Europe-only for now, But... If someone with as much world-wide fame as Lady Gaga could get this muc
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by CSunday 17y ago
I believe it's necessary for me to find a cofounder that understands music, so that we can understand each other on a common level. Having a common understanding and goal is very important to the sucess of this idea(startup.)
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Ask HN: How would you approach a potential co-founder via email?
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Ask HN: Does your co-founder have to be the same age as you?
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Sony Unveils Its Answer to Apple's iTunes(businessweek.com)
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by CSunday 17y ago
The web has allowed so many unknown artists to reach fans they would have never been able to reach before, but it has also made them more vulnerable. 3 thing's are for sure: 'People' love music, love the internet, and love sharing. If we ca
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Bands see Web as friend and foe in quest to make it big(theglobeandmail.com)
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MySpace Buys Imeem for $1 Million + Earnouts(mediamemo.allthingsd.com)
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Hulu Steps Into Music With EMI and Norah Jones(bits.blogs.nytimes.com)
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by CSunday 17y ago
First of all, Great Post! Free music is totally feasible, it only depends on the artist's approach to pursuing revnue (ie: freeing themselves from the lables.) Another thing is ad-supported alone is not feasible; neither is selling T-shirts
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by CSunday 17y ago
From what I've observed, YC would be the most enjoyable place to be, in comparison to others; but it depends on the type of person you are, and what exactly you are looking for.
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The net is Not a sales vehicle(a2f2a.com)
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by CSunday 17y ago
I completely understand where you're coming from, but I didn't want advertise myself, I figured this wasn't the right setting for me to do that. But, I will work on selling myself and my passion though. Thanks
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by CSunday 17y ago
You're right, Artists still feel they have to sign "that" contract, in order to make it BIG. This is because of the misconception the music industry has put out there, knowing too well that artists will fall for it. Good analogy on comparin
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by CSunday 17y ago
"I think most artists simply want to know the easiest quickest way to make money for themselves doing what they enjoy doing (the smart ones anyway). Fans just want a powerful escape." It has been proven time and time again that fans will pa
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by CSunday 17y ago
Copyright needs to be reconsidered, especially in this ever changing digital world we live where, copies can be made in the blink of an eye. On the other hand, Record Labels are evil. They continue to rip off artists by claiming ownership o
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by CSunday 17y ago
"No one will ever be as excited about your [product, service, business] as you are." This is so true. It is sometimes very hard for you to transfer the excitement of your idea or product onto others. That's why it's important to find co-fou
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by CSunday 17y ago
Disclaimer acknowledged. My start up idea doesn't have anything to do with the Record labels, but it does have everything to do with bringing artists and fans together, and allowing artists to control their own careers instead of signing th
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by CSunday 17y ago
I used to be a local music producer, and most of the people around me are musicians. I don't just have a random idea, I really want to dedicate my life time to music, and solving this problem. I believe if artists and fans are brought toget
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by CSunday 17y ago
Thanks, I will clarify that... I mean a hacker that understands the current problem facing the music industry today. (eg: Piracy, declining music sales...etc. Someone that has an interest in solving these problems) I hope that makes sense
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Ask HN: Finding a hacker that understands music?
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by CSunday 17y ago
I'd suggest to have two sections. One for 'Students/Users' who have questions 1. XXXX 2.XXXX 3.XXXX, and another for 'TUTORS' 1.XXXX 2.XXXX 3.XXXX I hope this helps
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by CSunday 17y ago
OMG, I've been battling this issue too, especially in regards to the music industry. For now, it is still unclear how customers can safely and conveniently pay for digital goods, without credit/debit cards; especially now we are not in a d
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by CSunday 17y ago
The site looks great!... But, just by looking at the homepage, It could be difficult for a NEW user to understand what's actually going on, especially pertaining to the description where you say "decide the price" POST YOUR QUESTION 1. Type
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by CSunday 17y ago
lol, thanks...I definetly needed this! I will be back, STRONGER THAN EVER!!!
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by CSunday 17y ago
Thanks for posting... I will definitely need to follow some of these guidelines in order to find a co-founder, and I mean QUICKLY. Excellent post!

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