The Political Economy of the Music Industry

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The book delves into the impact of new digital technologies on the popular music industry's organization, dominated by a few major firms controlling the majority of revenue. It investigates how these technologies challenge existing structures related to music creation and consumption. By examining both tangible and intangible aspects, it identifies significant recent changes and proposes four interconnected factors influencing the industry's concentrated status. The exploration aims to clarify the complexities of management and intellectual property exploitation in this evolving landscape.