Buying Quote by DJ Shadow
![“I saw. I wanted to start my own store so people would know that what they were buying was real. There were bootlegs around at the time that had my name on the cover, but the music had nothing to do with me. I'm not trying to compare myself to [Jimmie] Hendrix, but back in the '70s, there were some…” quote by DJ Shadow](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/371/dj-shadow-9306_buying_i-saw-i-wanted-to-start-my-own-store-so_1621476.jpg)
“I saw. I wanted to start my own store so people would know that what they were buying was real. There were bootlegs around at the time that had my name on the cover, but the music had nothing to do with me. I'm not trying to compare myself to [Jimmie] Hendrix, but back in the '70s, there were some Hendrix bootlegs.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Music industry, 2015
Creating an authentic brand involves offering genuine products, distinguishing from counterfeit or misleading items.
In simple terms: Authenticity matters; avoid fake copies.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize authenticity in your work.
Themes
authenticity
branding
integrity
music industry
Mood
reflective
strategic
inspirational
Type
business
creative
When to use this quote
- Launching a label
- selling merchandise
- curating playlists
- fan engagement
Key Concepts
Consumer trust
intellectual property
creative identity
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can you take to verify product authenticity?
- How does authenticity affect fan loyalty?
A Different Perspective
Market pressure can tempt shortcuts.