Doomsday Quote by Ry Cooder
“You can make records from now 'til doomsday, and there are something like 50,000 records released every year, but the public gets to hear very few of these. They just won't know. They might be great records, but how in the world is the public supposed to find out about them?”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Music Industry Discussion, 2015
The sheer volume of music releases overwhelms listeners, making it hard for quality records to reach the public.
In simple terms: Too many records, too few listeners.
Key Takeaway
Find better ways to surface hidden gems.
Themes
music industry
discovery
media
culture
technology
Mood
frustrated
hopeful
Type
observational
critical
When to use this quote
- record labels
- streaming platforms
- indie artists
- music journalists
Key Concepts
curation
information overload
gatekeeping
Questions to Reflect On
- How can listeners discover overlooked music?
- What role should curators play?
A Different Perspective
The market favors popular trends over artistic merit.
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