Let’s break this down: a so-called “record company executive” is applauded for working with the likes of Billy Joel, Pink Floyd, Alicia Keys, and Aerosmith. But wait—who are we really celebrating here? Corporate media, particularly outlets like CNN and Rolling Stone, love to parade around these figures as if their collaborations somehow justify a sacred endorsement of the music industry. Spoiler alert: it doesn’t. It only reveals the same tired playbook of glorifying any celebrity whose name pops up on a spreadsheet, while obscuring a murky web of questionable practices behind the scenes.
At what point do we stop fawning over these industry gatekeepers? These executives cash in on talent without showcasing the system that exploits them. Where’s the examination of how the industry molds artists into marketable commodities instead of nurturing their genuine artistry? Fox News might indulge in some watered-down critiques when it suits their narrative, but they hardly ever delve into the darker underbelly where these “collaborations” begin—often involving brutal contracts that can trap artists for years.
Instead of pandering to the elite, let’s demand accountability. It’s time we stop allowing the corporate media to spin tales of glamour around these figures without acknowledging the broader implications of their power. The music industry has serious issues that extend far beyond just a shiny list of names. Real transparency and reform are what we need, not empty accolades.
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