Post #350432 by Tiki Kaimuki on Wed, Dec 19, 2007 4:44 PM

Ripping, rip-off...? To me any vinyl record that is currently not commercially available in digital form is just fair game for sharing. If I were the artist and was really concerned, I would re-release it myself or just be flattered that people are listening to my art. Like others have said, much of this stuff is simply not available.

I probably wouldn't have had the chance to hear Paul Page if it wasn't for Kono's blog(why no updates by the way?). I downloaded it and then went on a mad search to find the vinyl. Paul Page or his estate didn't make a dime off the lps I paid a chunk of change for so what's the difference. As soon as anyone releases an official CD release, I will be the first in line to buy it.

Posting up a whole CD that is currently available is of course wrong. Posting up a few tracks should be seen as promotional. I have discovered many bands on Limewire that I would have never bought had I not had the chance to really listen to a few tracks. I just love all types of music and sharing helps me explore it all.