Choices Quote by Bjork
“I mean, I've never been thinking that if you're a fan you have to buy everything that somebody puts out. I mean, you've got a choice. If you don't want it, just don't buy it. It's also a reaction to YouTube and sharing of files. A lot of it is really bad sound, really low quality. So the librarian in me wants it at least to exist there so that in 20 years when I'm sitting in my rocking chair, it will still exist in the best sound quality possible, even though it only sold 1000 units or whatever. As much as I love the whole pirate kind of thing, the quality suffers.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Music Industry Podcast, 2023
Artists should prioritize preserving high-quality recordings for future generations, even if current sales are low.
In simple terms: Keep good quality recordings for the future.
Key Takeaway
Archive high-quality versions despite low sales.
Themes
preservation
quality
future
music industry
piracy
Mood
reflective
concerned
Type
thought‑provoking
informative
When to use this quote
- record labels
- independent musicians
- libraries
- streaming platforms
Key Concepts
archival standards
digital preservation
consumer choice
Questions to Reflect On
- Will listeners value quality over convenience?
- How to fund preservation for niche works?
A Different Perspective
Cost of high-quality archiving can be high.
