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I have come to understand that many seem to think that a lot of my posts were directed where they were not, and some have begun mixing my posts up with others. I have been getting PMs and e-mails that indicate this, so:
Sound Choice: Yes, I have some issues with them, but not so many as some keep claiming..
I have ethical issues with what I see as harrassing innocent people, tarnishing their names and careers, and settlements through intimidation- plus the side effect of venue karaoke paraonoia caused by them.
For purposes of this thread only, I will call this my opinion to avoid more debate, derailing, and misunderstanding, ok?
That's basically it for SC. Anything you see me post on the above is definitely aimed at SC, will continue to be as long as they continue in the same way.
At this time I have no issues with CB or any other karaoke company, as they haven't done what SC has- YET.
The Licensing Issues: These posts are not directed at the mfrs., but to KJs!
I simply don't care if the mfrs. are licensed or not, simply because most other companies never were, and they aren't any worse. I'm mfr. disc based, and in my case the problem is their responsibility, not mine.
I HAVE posted on it however, but I wasn't aiming at the mfrs. IF SC wants to try and collect licensing fees, let 'em try. My posts- directed at KJs- are simply to let them know that since SC has no U.S. licensing, paying them licensing fees would be ridiculous from a business standpoint. Informational for KJs only.
However, if you want a compliment for SC- Kurt is the ONLY one honest enough to publicly post that he has no U.S. licensing.
In regard to my posted questions regarding CB's licensing:
At that time, three things happened at once. I heard rumors ( and so far still are ) of Publisher/Owners jumping into the fray, CB posted that all of their tracks were U.S. licensed, and then I saw the permanent injunction against at leat 180+ of their songs. If the P/Os were getting involved, then licensing DOES become important.
I almost HAD to post questions, so I did. However, it was a polite exchange from both sides, and even CB knew my reason for asking was for knowledge to benefit KJs. Unfortunately, they remain silent in regard to those questions.
In other words, my questions to CB were in hopes of getting info to be directed toward kjs.
None of MY licensing questions were attempted knocks on ANY manufacturer.
Look, any manufacturer of any product is going to push said product, and tell you it's the best- or will if they want to stay in business. One does not depend on them for neccesary information about their product, including legality. Just common sense.
As far as altering product making it your own:
Just information that I believe every KJ should have in their business arsenal. Again, nothing to do with the manufacturers.
I have no agenda. I am a disc based Luddite, and happy. While I advise against changing to digital for all of those gazillion reasons (including many business related) that I have previously given, the fact is, I not only don't care how you base your show, but hope you are happy and stay that way- better for me!
So, to many who accuse me of "manufacturer bashing", I say that isn't always true, and I have been equally busy debating the business with other KJs, and those posts were for them.
Do not ask for whom the post tolls- 'cause sometimes it tolls for thee....
I can only hope that clarifies, at least a little bit. :rolleyespill::winkpill:
Sound Choice: Yes, I have some issues with them, but not so many as some keep claiming..
I have ethical issues with what I see as harrassing innocent people, tarnishing their names and careers, and settlements through intimidation- plus the side effect of venue karaoke paraonoia caused by them.
For purposes of this thread only, I will call this my opinion to avoid more debate, derailing, and misunderstanding, ok?
That's basically it for SC. Anything you see me post on the above is definitely aimed at SC, will continue to be as long as they continue in the same way.
At this time I have no issues with CB or any other karaoke company, as they haven't done what SC has- YET.
The Licensing Issues: These posts are not directed at the mfrs., but to KJs!
I simply don't care if the mfrs. are licensed or not, simply because most other companies never were, and they aren't any worse. I'm mfr. disc based, and in my case the problem is their responsibility, not mine.
I HAVE posted on it however, but I wasn't aiming at the mfrs. IF SC wants to try and collect licensing fees, let 'em try. My posts- directed at KJs- are simply to let them know that since SC has no U.S. licensing, paying them licensing fees would be ridiculous from a business standpoint. Informational for KJs only.
However, if you want a compliment for SC- Kurt is the ONLY one honest enough to publicly post that he has no U.S. licensing.
In regard to my posted questions regarding CB's licensing:
At that time, three things happened at once. I heard rumors ( and so far still are ) of Publisher/Owners jumping into the fray, CB posted that all of their tracks were U.S. licensed, and then I saw the permanent injunction against at leat 180+ of their songs. If the P/Os were getting involved, then licensing DOES become important.
I almost HAD to post questions, so I did. However, it was a polite exchange from both sides, and even CB knew my reason for asking was for knowledge to benefit KJs. Unfortunately, they remain silent in regard to those questions.
In other words, my questions to CB were in hopes of getting info to be directed toward kjs.
None of MY licensing questions were attempted knocks on ANY manufacturer.
Look, any manufacturer of any product is going to push said product, and tell you it's the best- or will if they want to stay in business. One does not depend on them for neccesary information about their product, including legality. Just common sense.
As far as altering product making it your own:
Just information that I believe every KJ should have in their business arsenal. Again, nothing to do with the manufacturers.
I have no agenda. I am a disc based Luddite, and happy. While I advise against changing to digital for all of those gazillion reasons (including many business related) that I have previously given, the fact is, I not only don't care how you base your show, but hope you are happy and stay that way- better for me!
So, to many who accuse me of "manufacturer bashing", I say that isn't always true, and I have been equally busy debating the business with other KJs, and those posts were for them.
Do not ask for whom the post tolls- 'cause sometimes it tolls for thee....
I can only hope that clarifies, at least a little bit. :rolleyespill::winkpill:
