An Explanation of Initial Ideas

My EPQ Question: Is there still a role for record labels in today’s music industry?

All of my original ideas are focused around the topic of record labels. I found a particular interest in the role of record labels in the modern day, and how their level of importance has changed for artists. I decided to combine a couple of my questions to create my topic as the research linked together.

Both primary and secondary data will play a role in providing evidence for my dissertation. Online articles that compile research about the role of record labels will allow me to gather a range of information that previously, been out of my reach to collect. I will also attempt to gather more information directly from those involved in this sector by creating a questionnaire to answer some specific questions that cannot be found online.