Music Publishers Are Killing Karaoke

[Lvanett]

The RIAA is at the heart of this. Anyone who sympathizes with their cause will naturally believe the lies they spread. They want people to believe they're losing money because of downloaders, karaoke, lyrics sites, you name it. This is why they're so "sue-happy". Same for MPAA. If you want more info you can go to boycottriaa.com and see the truth behind their LIES. (Or, boycottmpaa.com for info on the MPAA.)

[Garry A. Leslie]

Hey All,
As an Oldie I also remember the sing-along films, cartoons and shorts of the
late 30's and 40's, here in the UK.
We also had Mitch Miller's sing alongs, George's idea about setting a precedent certainly seems valid.
The Fox Agency has been one of the major bullies, pulling lyrics and closing sites for years.
Here in the UK the situation is not better, because we pay through the nose for karaoke discs, a $ becomes a £. (1.80) dearer.
There is, because of this, widespread piracy, whole catalogues are available free and widely exchanged.
Regards from across the pond.
Garry