The main thing killing the industry is reflective of other corporations, greed.
The music merchants no longer are concerned with the quality of the music, whereas,
at one time they were. Not everyone can agree on what the standards for quality music are,
but the motivation for selling music has changed.

ASCAP and BMI have not helped live music in the clubs. Probably the same thing with PRS
in Britain. Back to greed. The publishers and recording companies, not the artists, are seeing the expensive royalties. Remind them next time they complain about copying music.

In spite of the industry, music flourishes on a local basis. It no longer has to be on disc.
Live music is the solution to the problem. Supporting local talent in house concerts,
local radio shows, coffee houses, and small venues will help.

The net support for lesser-known talent is another possible.

Don't buy the music merchant crap. Boycott it.