There has been a recent trend of musicians & songwriters selling off their catalogue in return for large chunks of cash. A recent list of the WIYE podcast prompted my thoughts as to who will stand the test of time.
I feel many relatively recent acts are in danger of dropping off the radar completely; seldom heard on radio, perhaps persona non grata?
One example is Michael Jackson, his capital is lower than ever, will he even be mentioned in 10 years time. Another is Prince, utterly brilliant as he is, but seemingly little talked about?
Even the likes of Louis Armstrong are in danger of obscurity, without a reappraisal for his centenary, this would probably have already happened?
There are many reasons for this phenomenon; probably effects women & black artists more? Will Joni Mitchell be talked about as long as Dylan? I doubt it even though she is infinitely more talented.
Thoughts of the esteemed panel?
I feel many relatively recent acts are in danger of dropping off the radar completely; seldom heard on radio, perhaps persona non grata?
One example is Michael Jackson, his capital is lower than ever, will he even be mentioned in 10 years time. Another is Prince, utterly brilliant as he is, but seemingly little talked about?
Even the likes of Louis Armstrong are in danger of obscurity, without a reappraisal for his centenary, this would probably have already happened?
There are many reasons for this phenomenon; probably effects women & black artists more? Will Joni Mitchell be talked about as long as Dylan? I doubt it even though she is infinitely more talented.
Thoughts of the esteemed panel?