Who needs major labels these days?

Unsigned acts such as the Boxer Rebellion and Ani DiFranco prove it's possible to launch an international career independently - but it requires savvy management and a strong work ethicOne of the first artists who started a label to release their own records was Ani DiFranco, who started Righteous Records (Renamed Righteous Babe in 1994) as an 18-year-old in the late 80s. These days, as digital recording equipment has become cheaper and artists can reach their fans more easily via the internet, ...

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