A pay-only-as-you-want music model was practically unheard of before 2007. That year, Radiohead released its album under exactly that model. Fans who want the newest Radiohead album can be going online again today. “The King of Limbs” does have a set price, though there is nevertheless an electronic download. Some links around the web, including on Mediafire, claimed that this was an album “leak,” however it was really the official release, a day early. Resource for this article – Radiohead release: The King of Limbs early sales making waves by MoneyBlogNewz.
Release of ‘The King of Limbs’ from Radiohead
Radiohead has been working on its “King of Limbs” album for the past few years. An electronic download was promised for Saturday, February 19 after it was announced last Monday. There was a new announcement Friday morning though. It was announced that "The King of Limbs" was available early for Radiohead. They decided to release it since the band was ready along with the online store. Several assumed that Radiohead's "King of Limbs" was leaked onto Mediafire with several talking on message boards although it was just the official launch of the album.
The price of ‘The King of Limbs’
The price for "Rainbows," Radiohead's last album, had a pay as you go way to do it. There is one set price for "The King of Limbs" though. Digital-only downloads are priced between $9 and $14. For $48 to $53, you can get the electronic download plus receive two clear vinyl records by mail. When “Rainbows” was released, 40 percent of fans paid for the album, with an average price of $6. This puts the electronic download for “The King of Limbs” at a higher price than most followers volunteered to pay for “Rainbows” however about on par with what they would pay at a $1-a-song price on iTunes.
Music development
Several bands do not have major studio labels including Radiohead. Independent distribution is something Nine Inch Nails is also doing now. Really small artists are doing well with digital downloads even though it’s much easier for bands that already have a strong following. When using iTunes and other electronic music stores, independent artists have it pretty good when it comes to distribution as the industry is worth millions of dollars. As a result, some artists are making their living without studio support at any point in their careers.
Citations
The King of Limbs
thekingoflimbs.com/DIUSD.htm
Venture Beat
venturebeat.com/2011/02/18/radiohead-king-of-limbs/
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