Company Quote by John Mellencamp
“Turning music into digital was just a con, a record-company con.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Rolling Stone, 1985
He criticizes the music industry's exploitation of artists through digital formats.
In simple terms: He sees digital music as a corporate trap.
Beware of corporate motives in music.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- musicians negotiating contracts
- listeners choosing platforms
- record labels setting prices
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does digital distribution affect artistic freedom?
- Can artists benefit from digital platforms?
The quote may overgeneralize; not all digital music is exploitative.