Again Quote by Malcolm Wilson
“I will never sign to a major record label again. If, by some mega fluke, a record of mine looked like it might break big, I'd try and do it via an indie or somehow license it. I'm not having my music owned by those corporate bastards again.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast discussion on music industry, 2023
He refuses to sign with major labels again, preferring indie routes or licensing to retain control over his music.
In simple terms: Avoid corporate ownership of music.
Key Takeaway
Choose independent distribution.
Themes
artist autonomy
music industry
indie licensing
Mood
defiant
determined
Type
statement
personal
When to use this quote
- album release
- song licensing
- indie collaborations
- self‑publishing
Key Concepts
creative control
artist rights
music economics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can indie artists ensure wide reach?
- What licensing models protect creators?
A Different Perspective
Major labels may still dominate distribution channels.
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