
In the age of web 2.0 the music industry value chain is changing. Traditionally, intermediaries like record companies, music publishers, copyright societies and record stores are supporting the author and artist to create, market, distribute and sell their works. Nowadays social networks are providing powerful tools to both artist and consumers. Artist can upload and share their works with consumers. Consumers can find, share and consume this content. Most of the time for free. (or feels like free) The question arises if the artist still needs the intermediaries these days? I will give you 3 reasons why intermediaries are still adding value.





