Ta-Ra-Ra-Boom-De-Ay
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What’s it about?
A rollicking, anecdotal history of the music business, from Victorian music halls to streaming giants, revealing it as a chaotic carnival of hustlers, accidents, and the relentless pursuit of a catchy tune.
You’ll learn
- The industry was built on selling experiences, not objects
- New formats exist to make you rebuy your music
- Rock 'n' roll was a commercial accident, not a revolution
- Streaming turned artists into gig workers