April, 2012 A.D.: Some estimates suggest that over 100 million musical works are available online.
Among the implications of such a number, it is notable that music is regarded in terms of generic styles rather than according to the particular qualities of individual performers and groups. The element of uniqueness is overshadowed by sheer mass of recognizably analogous material, and the consequence of this is boredom and loss of interest.
Ultimately, this scenario necessitates change, not of style, fashion, or performance, but in the fundamental awareness of the nature of listening and hearing.
Among the implications of such a number, it is notable that music is regarded in terms of generic styles rather than according to the particular qualities of individual performers and groups. The element of uniqueness is overshadowed by sheer mass of recognizably analogous material, and the consequence of this is boredom and loss of interest.
Ultimately, this scenario necessitates change, not of style, fashion, or performance, but in the fundamental awareness of the nature of listening and hearing.
