I think that an artist should charge what they are comfortable with. However at £10/12 a shot, it should mastered properly shrink wrapped and professionally done. I think it is not acceptable to sell CD's at that price if they are not up to the standard that you would expect if you go into a CD shop.

One of the very best examples of a beautifully produced CD was Steve Tilston's latest CD Ziggurat. So well done Steve for thinking of your customers. If you don't know what I mean, buy it and you will find out.

What I'm mindful of at my venue, is that there should never be any pressure to buy a CD. Not everybody has a load of money and they need to walk out of the venue having enjoyed the evening without feeling guilty becuase they didn't buy a CD.