"They call it “show business” for a reason. The music industry (and I use that term very loosely) isn’t concerned with art or expression. It’s not about identity or originality. And it’s definitely not about talent. It’s about money."
source: Image
As the news has been littered with stories about the recent death of Prince, or the "Artist Formally Known As", I've taken a backseat to the stories that have been circulating.
Many reports boast about the ongoing feud between Michael Jackson and Prince, and in recent days, how similar their deaths have been. The circumstances surrounding the deaths of both Prince and Michael Jackson are said to be "eerily similar". Both involving a doctor, both involving an "overdose".
Yet as we may or may not know, the reports on the news and the truth are often in stark contrast. In the recent years after investigating Michael Jackson's death, I've come to a firm belief about the music industry as a whole. It is further propagated by the media. In essence, in the music industry
"Your image is more important than your music."
This statement is supported by the efforts of the Michael Jackson Estate and others who have taken to hire companies and others to get the "bad press" about them off the internet. By concert promoters, such as AEG Live, that outright lie about the condition of the artist and the facts of their engagement. By court systems who willingly "cover up" evidence that will elicit a bad response from the public. They are maintaining their image.
It is further propagated by the media, by reporting the news that is released to them via press releases by the industry professionals themselves. Little concern is given to the artist, his or her ideas, or expressions of the truth. As rumors fly from "sources" who "know them" or claim to know them, there seems to be a lack of checking on the media sources true credibility and a complete void of reporting from the actual source itself - the artist.
Since both Prince and Michael cannot speak for themselves during these post death aftermaths, I thought I'd share with you some "truths" that have been brought to my attention. There is an ugly side to the music industry, and it seems to be getting uglier every day. The lies and manipulation of the truth and distortions in the press still make me wanna "Scream". It is this lack of disregard for humanity and the sheer will to abolish the truth that brings my "Bad Fairy" out. The news is like a nest of gossiping girls relaying all the juicy tidbits "they heard" from other people. When people lie about other people to make money, to save face or get people to like them, I consider it "fraud". We have "frauds" walking all over the earth. Friend frauds (fren-emies), corporate frauds (the ones who steal your ideas for themselves) and the list goes on and on.
Authenticity is lost when people lie. They don't show their true colors and the mask they use to cover up what they've done or said is often held up by a systematic approach to make sure the mask is never taken off. This is the "image". The one thing that seems to be more important than a person, their art, or their true credibility.
Since the news has taken to reporting the differences between Prince and Michael Jackson, as a medium (someone who speaks with those who have passed on), I have to tell you that although Prince and Michael Jackson were once "competitive rivalries", they have both come to terms with how and who has taken a roll in their deaths.
Prince once was reported to have had changed his name to "The Artist Formally Known As". He had a record deal with a music industry giant that was corrupt in dealing with the artists themselves. His name and likeness were used in association for profit. Nothing was given t to the artist and nothing was retainable to him by rights. His entire music label was taken from him because of a contract he had with the recording industry. His lifetime was spent making music as his art. His combined fortune in sales and marketing made Prince one of the most valuable artist in our time.
If the facts were known today about how the music industry took advantage of the artists and not propagandized about them after their deaths, it would change the entire system. But they report what they want, when they want, as it suits them. Making sure the public is only aware of what they want them to know. Further it is demonstrated by the knowledge the record companies and recording labels have about licenses and fair market share when it comes to marketing their music. People like Prince and Michael Jackson are extremely rare. Their careers have been the sheer expression of their entire lives. "Making music is easy, but conducting a campaign against the people who are supposed to be there to support you, is excruciating." (quote from "the other side")
Prince has met up with Michael Jackson in the after life. Perhaps some people will find it hard to believe, but their stories and their lives are more similar than just an overdose and a doctor. The music labels behind them wanted to make money, the same way they've been doing it for years - by using the artist.
A picture is worth a thousand words, so here are two "eerily similar" photos of Prince and Michael Jackson:
Often the ideas and beliefs of the artists themselves come in the form of an expression in their music. To gain insight on these two most talented souls who have blessed us with their art, let us again listen to the words of some of their most famous pieces:
My "Bad Fairy" comes out when people are used and mistreated. To learn about who your "Bad Fairy" might be, read the article below from Maria Shaw Lawson:
The Bad Fairy in Your Chart
By Astrologer Maria Shaw
Eris, is the goddess of Strife and Discord and the sister of Aries (Mars; God of War). It was Eris who played a role in the story of Sleeping Beauty. Eric is the basic archetypal character in this fairytale; the Bad Fairy at the christening of Princess Aurora. She was not invited and cast her vengeance. In your chart, she can be a crazy, out of control female energy that causes you to get angry, to act badly when riled. If you are aware of your Eris, acknowledge and own her. This may make it easier to control Eris as she's a hard one to reckon with because she's the part of you that gets ticked off easily. And when your Eris is mad, watch out!
Eris (ee-ris) not to be confused with Eros (Cupid) is a small planet that can wreak big havoc. Each of us, no matter what zodiac sign we were born under will have Eris either in the sign of Aries or Pisces in the natal chart. She moves very slowly and will stay in a specific part of your personal chart for years. Thus, there is one area of your life that you are apt to have more strife and discord. Whenever it is aspected, you can easily lose control.
But there is a more positive side to Eris. Remember, she only causes trouble when she is not included. So you need to make sure she's invited to the party! You need to recognize the good she brings and use that energy she possesses in a positive way. If you exclude her, she will find a way to make her energy felt in a not so nice way.
Eris shows us how important it is for us to take a stand for what we believe in. Ever got so mad over the principle of something? There is a side of our nature that can be troublesome and struggle for survival and respect. When you feel disrespected, you can bet your Eris will come out and defend you! Eric can dish out revenge like no other.
She is a warrior queen. Wherever she shows up in your chart is where you can easily get ticked off and are prepared for battle. She's also the part of life, you need to feel included in. For if you are dismissed, disrespected or worse, you are not responsible for your actions. Words come flying out of your mouth. Curses and threats! Uncontrollable actions cannot be explained away so we look to our Eris. She's the culprit! She's the part of us that can get so out of control, we wonder; What the heck came over us? But if included and reconciled, she will be your best friend when it comes to defending you. She is YOUR inner warrior queen. So remember to invite her to the party!
If you'd like more information on your own Eris and how she can affect your life, please order a one question reading and ask Where's my Eris?
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