Comment by k-mcgrady
14 years ago
True. I still think point 2 stands though. If your idol or another artist you respect, asks to remix your song, you may be fine with that. But if every person that buys (or pirates) your song can remix it you might be less happy about it.
I write music and have considered releasing separate tracks so people can freely remix it but I prefer just having mixes that are controlled by me. Allowing another artist you know to remix your track still allows you some sort of control (you know their style so have some idea of how the remix will go). Giving up that control is a big step and, I think, an unnecessary one.
> Giving up that control is a big step and, I think, an unnecessary one.
Why do you need that control? Someone creating something new with your work, doesn't seem to damage your work in any way.
I don't think there is really a logical answer, it's more of an emotional thing. Perhaps it is related to my personality (I like to be in control), in that case other musicians might feel differently.