Commercial DIY music has its origins in the mid 1970s punk rock scene . It developed as a way to circumnavigate the  mainstream music industry. By controlling the entire production and distribution chain, DIY music bands can develop a closer relationship between artists and fans. The DIY ethic gives total control over the final product without need to compromise with record  labels.
Commercial DIY music has its origins in the late 1970s punk rock subculture . It developed as a way to circumnavigate the corporate mainstream music industry. By controlling the entire production and distribution chain, DIY bands always can develop a closer relationship between artists and fans. The DIY ethic gives total control over the final product without need to compromise with record major labels.
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