Company Quote by Klaus Schulze
“The problem was the journalists who also did not understand much of my music, but they wrote about it. I think you fell into the usual trap laid out by parts of the press and other writers: that the poor musician has always to fight the evil companies and managers.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Music magazine, 1990s
Criticizes journalists for misunderstanding his music and perpetuating a narrative that musicians must battle exploitative industry forces.
In simple terms: Journalists misinterpret music and blame industry.
Seek deeper understanding before judgment.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- album reviews
- industry negotiations
- artist advocacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibilities do journalists have to artists?
- How can musicians better communicate their vision?
Not all journalists are uninformed; some may have biases.