Yes, the model worked for Radiohead, as they said, because they have been in the business for quite a while, and have written songs many people love.
Alas, free or not, remember, they can do that, but still made over $8 million on the box set releases alone (included in the ‘free’ downloads). Not to mention they still debuted at #1 on Billboard even after ‘giving their album away for free.’
Finally, bands don’t usually make money selling cds, but on touring. Ask any indie band if you want to.
Yes, the model worked for Radiohead, as they said, because they have been in the business for quite a while, and have written songs many people love.
Alas, free or not, remember, they can do that, but still made over $8 million on the box set releases alone (included in the ‘free’ downloads). Not to mention they still debuted at #1 on Billboard even after ‘giving their album away for free.’
Finally, bands don’t usually make money selling cds, but on touring. Ask any indie band if you want to.