Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. Because of its unique nature, the different systems and subsystems of the music industry are so self-
sufficient that success or failure in one part of the system has little impact on other parts of the system.
2. It is virtually impossible to make money in the music industry without being an artist signed to a
record company or a record company employee.
3. The case study of musician Gene Perla offers an example of how moving from one music industry
specialty to another is a successful path to building a career.
4. Your textbook states that the human element in the music industry is as vital as ever in the industry of
today, despite the rise of disruptive technologies and business models.
5. Typically, it is only after a song is in commercial release (in other words, “popular”) that there is a
demand to license it for other uses, such as ringtones and merchandise.


1. false
2. false
3. true
4. true
5. true

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