. . . and 'twas the OP who mentioned 'morality', not me.

I tend to use the word 'ethical'.

Morality (or lack thereof) is especially apt for those absorbed in money-grabbing commerce or getting hold of CDs by purely selfishly-motivated means and no consideration whatsoever for the performer, whether the source carrier or the recording artist.

Which is probably why it was chosen in the first place.

Whatever. The 'permanent guest' is right about that question the thread was meant to address is being sidelined. This is because of those out only for what they can get for themselves and sod the actual performers and anyone on their side.

Yes, Dick Greenhouse, do start a musbiz thread on how best to screw artists. I know you think they're irrelevant. Just what we need. I'll be there to put you right.