Again Quote by Ian MacKaye
“Basically we just created our own label, but again we just did it to document our own music and create our own thing, so the major labels were just always out of our picture, we're not interested.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 1995 Punk Magazine interview with Ian MacKaye
DIY artists label their work to retain control, bypassing major industry gatekeepers.
In simple terms: Create your own label to stay independent.
Key Takeaway
Establish self‑managed distribution channels.
Themes
independence
DIY
music industry
Mood
defiant
empowered
Type
philosophical
practical
When to use this quote
- indie music production
- online distribution
- artist collectives
Key Concepts
entrepreneurship
creative control
subculture
Questions to Reflect On
- Can DIY sustain long‑term success?
- What resources are needed?
A Different Perspective
Major labels still dominate distribution networks.
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