
Money for Nothing: Behind the Business of Pop Music
Synopsis
The hallmarks of popular music - artist independence and diversity of voices - are threatened by a contracting marketplace of record companies, radio ownership and playlists, as well as increased use in advertising. Big-name artists, historians and economists explain how popular music is produced and marketed and critique its current state.
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January 1, 2001
Wide Cinema Exhibition
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- Director
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- Original Title
- Money for Nothing: Behind the Business of Pop Music
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 49m
- Production Studios
- Media Education Foundation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jeremy Smith
Sut Jhally, Kembrew McLeod
Department Leadership Roster
Kembrew McLeod
Producer
Jeremy Smith
Editor
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What is Money for Nothing: Behind the Business of Pop Music about?
The hallmarks of popular music - artist independence and diversity of voices - are threatened by a contracting marketplace of record companies, radio ownership and playlists, as well as increased use in advertising. Big-name artists, historians and economists explain how popular music is produced and marketed and critique its current state.
Who directed Money for Nothing: Behind the Business of Pop Music?
Money for Nothing: Behind the Business of Pop Music was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in Money for Nothing: Behind the Business of Pop Music?
The principal cast of Money for Nothing: Behind the Business of Pop Music includes Thurston Moore, Chuck D, Ani DiFranco, Michael Franti, Kathleen Hanna.
When was Money for Nothing: Behind the Business of Pop Music released and how long is it?
Money for Nothing: Behind the Business of Pop Music was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 49m.



















