Re:Cut it down to 3:05. (Score 1)

Even though YOU may not like the latest pop star, there are obviously millions of people who do, otherwise they wouldn't be popular.

Actually, the reason a majority of people "like" the cardboard cutout bands and formulaic music that the major recording studios put out is because all of their friends do.

Most of the record sales for the "conglomerates" are generated because of the herd mentality. Conformity and the powerful desire to fit in that we face in the adolescent (and even adult) battle ground is being used against us by these companies. They count on this mentality. That individuality and independent thought are rare and often discouraged among groups of young people is GOLD to them.

The other reason so many millions of people listen to a lot of today's "popular" music is because they lack the knowledge of alternatives. They only see what the major labels decide to promote.

The RIAA and its members are like the overbearing father. "This is what's for dinner. You'll eat it and you'll like it. Oh, and you'll pay for it, too."