Assessing Music Piracy And Its Imperatives For Upcoming Artists: A Qualitative Insight
Volume 1 - Issue 5, November 2017 Edition
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Author(s)
Silas Udenze
Keywords
Artist, Music, Piracy, Upcoming
Abstract
This study investigates music piracy and its imperatives for upcoming artists. The study adopted unstructured interview method; qualitative research methodology in sourcing its primary data. Findings from the study show that music piracy is synonymous with upcoming artists. Upcoming artists believe that music piracy has assisted them in their careers. However, from the scholarly literature, established music stars are of the opinion that music piracy is inimical to the music industry. Despite this belief, upcoming artists strongly hold the view that music piracy remains a pathway to stardom.
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