[George]

You're more than welcome, Lauraine.

You know, reading those copywrite regs, and translating them into reality are two different animals. Our normal perception is that the laws exist for the protection of the artist, and the publisher that bore the expenses of the publication. With this in mind, I went to a website featuring our old and respected friend, Cole Porter.

Mr. Porter published "In The Still Of The Night" in 1938, and another timeless one, "Night And Day" in 1932. These were just two of probably 2-300 songs attributed to this genius, some dating back earlier.

Mr. Porter died in 1964. It seems almost inconceivable that, having been captured back by the opportunists, none of his music will become public domain again until 2039 !!! I'm sure this must be a comfort to Mr.Porter, wherever he is.

Tell ya what I figure happened. The industry saw a resurgence of these old standards hitting the charts and bringing in big bucks that they had no control over, and what we're looking at today is the result.

Along the lines of controlling the bucks, I'm going to beat an old drum again. Everbody who has continued to buy Sound Choice is contributing to Media Clog; supporting S.C's position, and it's ultimate effect on the entire Karaoke industry. It may not be too late, but the only way to stop it is to boycott their products. I said it before and I'll say it again. Bite the bullet now and do without their product, or eat the whole cannon later on. It is coming to pass. I haven't purchased a S.C. disc since this first surfaced, and will continue to do without, best arrangements or not. The KJ's are in a position to hit them hard, resolve the issue quickly, and get the public's support doing it, but just don't seem to grasp that. !!!

Interesting to note that SC named their KJ packages "Brick" and "Foundation", both elements needed to build an empire. KJ's are the guys they get their big bucks from, and if those big bucks were withheld, would get their attention.

You phrased it well, Jim In Ohio, old buddy. It's one great big witch hunt.

Take care,

George