Resurrecting the Past: Music Industry Trends and Ethics

This chapter examines the significant rise in streaming catalog songs and the shift in record labels towards exploiting archived material. It discusses the controversial practice of posthumous music releases, highlighting the ethical dilemmas faced by artists like Lana Del Rey and Anderson.Paak regarding their unreleased works. Additionally, the chapter critiques the implications of AI and holograms in resurrecting deceased artists, raising concerns over authenticity and the future of music performance.