

The hallmarks of popular music - artist independence and diversity of voices - are threatened by a contracting marketplace of record companies, radio ownership and playlists, as well as increased use in advertising. Big-name artists, historians and economists explain how popular music is produced and marketed and critique its current state.

Thurston Moore

Chuck D

Ani DiFranco

Michael Franti

Kathleen Hanna
Reebee Garafolo