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phoenix1002 · 09-11-2003, 10:51 PM

I disagree with the comment that "we don't have a right to music"

It is a proven fact that every culture has what western culture would classify as music, even if they do not consider it to be music. There is even research that suggests that animals create music, as well. So how can a company consider themselves able to control something that is such an integral part of not only humankind, but living creatures?

Another thing the RIAA doesn't seem to be paying any attention to is real music piracy. There is a huge industry selling pirated cds. I'm not talking about some kid downloading songs, then burning copies and selling them. I'm talking about large groups that mass-produces copies of cds, throws in copies of the cover art, then sells them for around $5. So let me get this straight... instead of combating the real music piracy that in truth costs the RIAA millions, they instead go for individuals. Am I the only one that sees something wrong with this?

09-11-2003, 10:51 PM	#27 (permalink)
phoenix1002 Psycho Location: lost	I disagree with the comment that "we don't have a right to music" It is a proven fact that every culture has what western culture would classify as music, even if they do not consider it to be music. There is even research that suggests that animals create music, as well. So how can a company consider themselves able to control something that is such an integral part of not only humankind, but living creatures? Another thing the RIAA doesn't seem to be paying any attention to is real music piracy. There is a huge industry selling pirated cds. I'm not talking about some kid downloading songs, then burning copies and selling them. I'm talking about large groups that mass-produces copies of cds, throws in copies of the cover art, then sells them for around $5. So let me get this straight... instead of combating the real music piracy that in truth costs the RIAA millions, they instead go for individuals. Am I the only one that sees something wrong with this? __________________ I'd rather be climbing... I approach college much like a recovering alcoholic--one day at a time...