K7 records supports “no copy protection”
Funkstorung’s label K7 has begun adding “No copy protection” logos to its releases, indicating that the CDs are not encrypted with data limiting digital copying/ripping.
This move is in sharp contrast to the steps taken by some major labels to limit how consumers listen to the music they purchase.
Here’s what K7 says about the campaign:
!K7 Records launches “NO copy protection” logoA call for a respectful attitude towards music
You can do all sorts of things with music. You can listen to it once, twice, or as many times as you like. You can do it by yourself or with friends. You can give your favorite music as a present. Perhaps you’ll be given music as a present yourself. Music you’ve never heard of and wouldn’t otherwise have come across. You can talk about music during the day in the record shop and at home or at clubs in the evenings. Music is culture. And culture is life.
That’s why, from now on, !K7 releases will carry a new logo: “NO copy protection - respect the music”. This makes it clear that you’ve bought a CD and you can use it however you want. It’s also clear, therefore, that good music has a prerogative - it has a right to be treated with respect.
“NO copy protection” is an indication that there is a reciprocal loyalty between the buyer and the label. The old song about mutual give and take has been given a new verse: Copy protection kills customer relationships. “NO copy protection” adds a new chorus. For only those to whom respect is given show respect themselves. Music is valuable. Those who love it, treat it accordingly: Trust is good. Nothing is better.
Let’s hope more record labels follow K7’s lead.
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