"You know, I didn't have enough money to quit my day job... the myth of the major label deal. Nowadays, you have a tour bus and a stylist and all this stuff. But back then, no way"
- Mary Chapin Carpenter
About this Quote
This quote by Mary Chapin Carpenter speaks with the realities of the music industry. It highlights the fact that, in the past, it was challenging to make a living as an artist without a major label deal. Without the backing of a major label, it was tough to make adequate cash to stop one's day task. Nowadays, nevertheless, it is possible to earn a living as an artist without a significant label deal, as touring and other opportunities have ended up being more available. With the assistance of a trip bus and a stylist, it is possible to earn a living as a musician without the backing of a significant label. This quote speaks with the changing landscape of the music market and the opportunities that are now available to independent artists.
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