Much of the history of American music is indeed entangled with the mechanisms of the music industry

Much of the history of American music is indeed entangled with the mechanisms of the music industry, from the patronage of large record companies to the freelance work of independent artists. Use this essay as an opportunity to explore the pros and cons of the music industry, giving some discussion to perhaps what you believe the future of the industry might look like. Use specific examples to support your claims.