I have never heard of Creative Commons or Magnatune. Apparently this means I "must be under a rock". Regardless I'm slowly coming out from under my rock, and I'm learning quite a bit specifically about Creative Commons and Magnatune this week.
I was really impressed with Creative Commons. I like that it "allows them [artists] to retain their rights to the creative works, striking a balance between ownership, credit and use" instead of feeling like they have to give up their rights completely. I also think it's really cool that they're a non-profit organization. They seem like they really care about artists and gaining exposure. Creative Commons is flexible by offering several license options, but they also are acutely aware of what's legal and what isn't. I'm really glad that Creative Commons is in existence, and I am happy to learn about it.
I'm excited this week in general to be learning about artists works. I love how Magnatune recognizes that musicians do not always have money, and "they should keep their rights to their music" (Buckman). Music is a huge industry that is continually growing in the U.S. John Buckman shared that in the U.S. we have a "12 billion dollar industry"--that's huge! Magnatune is a great way to keep the industry going while not depriving artists of their music and money. I like that they focus on music that isn't mainstream. Magnatune wants to listen to alternative music that people can't find as easily and get it out in the world.
I'm definitely a fan of Magnatune now and its "open music sharing community"(Buckman). I'm glad to be out from under my rock!
Check out these sites to learn more and listen to the interview with John Buckman:
http://www.rss-specifications.com/creative-commons.htm
http://www.rulesfortherevolution.com/2007/07/10/episode-017-the-record-company-that-is-not-evil/
I like the idea of the artist keeping his rights to his work as well. Most times an individual artist can be more forgiving than a pack of industry lawyers. Buckman's company acts more like a mediator than mainstream labels who have a WAY more active decision on artist work.
ReplyDeleteYou weren't the only one who feels like they have been living under a rock. Sometimes I like being blissfully unaware of somethings, but I'm sure I'm missing out on others. Creative Commons is one I'm glad to know about.
ReplyDeleteI really knew nothing about creative commons licenses until this class either. I do think it is a great concept. I guess we both were living under a rock
ReplyDeleteYou'll really love it when you need some music for a site or project '-)
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