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And the antics of one royalty collecting organization in one country mean what? That ripping CDs you don't own is no longer theft?...

There's no need to go through this subject here. Performers are professionals who don't deserve to have their products stolen. I am not necessarily talking about earning royalties, it is just as much about supporting the market in areas outside mainstream pop. The more people copy CDs, the fewer are sold, and the less likely it is for the next one to be made at all.

I have nothing but disdain for people who don't understand the simple fact that this work doesn't get done by magic, without economic support from somewhere.

(I guess people like you think that electricity just happens when you flick the switch? Does someone pay your electricity bills without you knowing?)