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# Indie Artists In The New Music World
- URL: https://www.hypebot.com/indie-artists-in-the-new-music-world/
- Published: 2013-04-10T10:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2013-04-10T10:00:00.000Z
- Description: It’s obvious that the music industry has changed. More musicians are seeking exposure while music distribution has changed. As the creator of RRadioMusic, Ken Dardis believes that artists should be. Continue reading [https://www.hypebot.com/hypebot/2013/04/indie-artists-in-the-new-music-world.html]
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- Tags: DIY Advice & Tips, Music Think Tank, Distribution, Independent, indie, Ken Dardis, music industry, Natalie Cheng, new music business, #wp, #wp-post, #Import 2026-01-21 10:43

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It’s obvious that the music industry has changed. More musicians are seeking exposure while music distribution has changed. As the creator of RRadioMusic, **Ken Dardis** believes that artists should be paid for airplay if they have attained a level where their music is a drawing card or else they put the station at risk. Check out what his other thoughts are on the music business today on [Music Think Tank](http://www.musicthinktank.com/blog/indie-artists-in-the-new-music-world.html?ref=hypebot.com). Do you agree or disagree?

“The confluence of the above is creating a systematic way for artists who create new songs to: a) feel more empowered than ever, and b) feel more screwed than ever. What follows helps explain this **paradox**.” ([Read On](http://www.musicthinktank.com/blog/indie-artists-in-the-new-music-world.html?ref=hypebot.com))

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