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The coalition has collected stories and quotes from other musicians telling how internet radio has impacted their lives. We're passing the mic to you -- feel free to share your voice so you can be heard.
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- Black river 4
- Mebanesville
- VETTE
- Angel Vivaldi
- Pale Face Inc.
- DJ Kris Holiday
- john earl walker band
- Nautus
- Restore
- Green Boxer Brigade
- Fine Tunes
- Metamystiks Incorporated
- With Relish
- BMW 18 Hole Tour
- David Patrone
- Outworld
- Sharrhan
- Dave Williford Band
- Earl Grey, Hot
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I am an amatuer musician that plays in a band for the fun. The guys in my band and I don't want to see a good thing like net radio go down because it is the most likely place for us to be heard and get air play. We have full time jobs outside of music, but what about those who make a living bewcause of these net radio stations? Why should their income be threatened because of some dumbass American politicians?
Dear Congressman Coble (R-NC), I am proud of your work to support small business persons and free speech. I know you will make every effort to understand this issue and do what you truly believe is in the best interests of the general citizenry. Thank you for all you do for the citizens of Guilford and Alamance County.
Internet airplay is one of the few ways independent artists can gain recognition and audience these days. this is also a way to generate some income. uninhibited internet radio airplay stimulates the economy and is a crucial tool for independent artists who have growing careers and have recorded radio ready material.
Salutations,
I am an renowned independent solo artist named Angel Vivaldi- based out of central NJ. I am 21 years of age, and have been a struggling artist for more than 4 years now.
The one reason as to why I am known WORLDWIDE, and have gotten so many opportunities to perform and expose my music is undoubtely the result of the Internet radio.
It's nothing but a good thing, and I am very very unsure as to why you are ridding of something that helps an artist, and helps people find artists that they enjoy. If it is hurting the AM/FM radio stations, then it's apparent that they should be playing a more diverse music selection.
- Why stop something that the public enjoys?
- Why stop something that helps struggling artists get exposure?
Just tired of people and government trying to take every ones freedom away for extra cash in there wallets. Us smaller no name bands would never get heard if we couldn't be played on the Internet.
This is one outlet up and coming DJ's can't afford to look past. it would be a shame to see net radio suffer or die out this way. Keep ipartyradio.com as well as other net radio stations that give their all to support artists either signed or unsigned ALIVE!
DJ KR!S
I’ve been getting lots of internet airplay for the last few yrs. which has led to sales downloads of the tunes being played but never got any royalty for spins of the tunes if this law is allowed to be upheld all independant artists and broadcasters will be shot down
I am shocked that a branch of the Federal Government would allow a private company to force anyone who plays "MY" music on any type of radio or digital streaming system, to pay a royalty fee that no one but "ME" can collect.
Be it known that the private company in question, nor the Federal Government shall collect any money for my works. Period. If anyone has any further questions, feel free to contact me directly.
This is the only way we can do it.. Plus, it is the easiest way to SHARE the music we make!
Recently a couple of my friends decided to start writing music and we are currently trying to put out an EP, and we all feel that being able to upload music onto internet radio our chance to be heard is greater than relying on regular radio.
I have been a jazz entertainer since 1956. I have three CDs and a book now available. Internet radio has been my only outlet.
We've reached more listeners through internet radio than anything else. Naturally this legislation isn't striking us as a positive development.
The current rate structure is sufficient for both successful and emerging artists. Artists will lose exposure under this new system, which will lead to lower sales. Please do not shut down internet radio stations by forcing them to pay unfair fees.
I love Internet Radio. As an Artist, it has helped me discover other obscure bands and sources of inspiration that would never be possible without it. It's a great way to let people know about your music. If I hear a song on a site I really like, I generally will buy the album. Internet radio has allowed indie bands to actually be heard. Viva la revolution!
I am broadcasting LIVE performances and my music to places like shoutcast and Second Life. Internet radio allows us to liten to a targeted style of music from DJs that we find who give us exposure to types of music that we like. We want to hear music from creative DJs who aren't bound by the Marketing whims of giants like Clearchannel and other widely available broadcasters. We don't want to be restricted to hearing only the limited music that makes the Major Labels and Broadcasters money. Internet radio is akin to going over to your friend's house and listening to some great music he's discovered. As an artist it's a great way to get exposure to new fans. There is NOTHING wrong with internet radio and the guys who make the best mixes will just go away as soon as it costs too much money to do it. They can have my stuff for free if they are going to get me new fans!
Please allow this to remain cost effective for the every day citizen!
David Patrone
Jazz Musician
Internet airplay has generated most of our sales thus far on our debut release. Without internet airplay, underground bands like us will NEVER survive.
I play original alternative music (meditation music) and need the avenues available on web radio to promote my music. I am also a progressive radio listener, and it's imperative that progressive talk stay on the web, since it's already been all-but-eliminated by Clear Channel, etc.
Internet radio is a great way for new artists to get "airplay" when it is tough to get mainstream radio time.
The internet has become a haven for artists who are virtually unknown, and who will probably remain virtually unknown, to earn some sort of recognition, as well as a place to share their music. If this ability to broadcast independent music is cut, then many others like me will basically be sent back to the garage/basement.
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