It's an issue as old as digital music itself, do you pay for music to support the artist or do you give your wallet a break and shy away from paying 2.50 per song (looking at you Beatport). As the popularity of electronic music increases, so do the costs. Recently, Steve Angello, Afrojack, and Paul Oakenfold have spoken up against the rising costs, particularly in Ibiza, with single tickets costing in excess of $90. While many artists give out free downloads of their new tracks, the expenses for the average fan are becoming overwhelming.
Matt Zo may have a solution. The man is often outspoken about the issue of downloading music, and seems to have decided that enough is enough. He is starting Mad Zoo, a label where every release will be free. Can you imagine? He is starting it off by releasing his own The Up Down Left Right EP. It will be interesting to see how this works out and to see if it is a revolution in the industry and who will jump on board.
Check out Matt Zo's track with The Knocks that will be featured on his upcoming EP and head to his Soundcloud for more.
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