Impact of Technology on the Music Industry

What is one of the major transformations in the music industry due to technology?

• Increased reliance on physical album sales

• The rise of live concerts

• The shift to digital streaming services

• The decline of music production

How has technology democratized music creation?

• By making it mandatory to use record labels

• By allowing musicians to create music at home

• By increasing the cost of recording equipment

• By limiting access to digital platforms

Which platforms have enabled artists to reach a global audience?

• Spotify, iTunes, and YouTube

• Vinyl and cassette tapes

• Radio and television

• Concert halls and theaters

What has digital streaming changed about music consumption?

• It has limited the variety of music available

• It has made music less accessible

• It has increased the cost of music

• It has made discovering new music easier

How do social media platforms benefit musicians?

• By making music production more expensive

• By allowing personal interaction with fans

• By limiting their reach to local audiences

• By reducing their fan base

What genre was created entirely with digital technology?

• Classical music

• Electronic dance music (EDM)

• Rock and roll

• Jazz

What is a challenge musicians face with digital streaming?

• Finding a record label

• Recording music in studios

• Performing live concerts

• Earning a living wage from streaming

What has been the overall impact of technology on the music industry?

• It has increased the cost of music production

• It has reduced the number of independent artists

• It has made music less diverse

• It has created a more accessible music landscape

What is one positive outcome of technology in music?

• Reduction in music genres

• Empowerment of independent artists

• Increased control for record labels

• Decreased global reach for artists

What does the conclusion say about the challenges brought by digital technology?

• They have been minor compared to the benefits

• They have been overwhelmingly negative

• They have stopped the evolution of music

• They have made music less popular