All too true... it is a theme since we humans started writing things down that there's always somebody trying to get over. I'm primarily trying to replace stuff I had as a kid on LP, so I truly believe I've already paid the royalty fees on the things I'm trying to get ahold of. Am I right about this, or am I justifying ripping off folks who were an integral part of my upbringing? As an example, in Beatleland, I bought Rubber Soul and Revolver each on LP, cassette and CD, so I feel that I paid the royalties three times, so trying to download Sgt Pepper's and Magical Mystery Tour (only LP and cassette), is not stealing from people who, although not technically 'friends' in the formal sense, were and are welcome guests in my home. I know we've drifted far afield, but it's an interesting point. |