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Music Licensing in Cafés
I noticed a cafe playing only piano covers of Christmas songs, apparently to avoid music licensing fees. My friend said using YouTube or Spotify is illegal for businesses. Do all cafes pay for music?… more
It's a bit of a grey area, legally speaking. While playing copyrighted music from YouTube or Spotify without a license is illegal in most places, including Korea, enforcement varies wildly. Lots of small cafes get away with it, especially if they're playing quieter background music. The risk is higher with recognizable, popular songs. Using a phone or radio isn't a guaranteed solution either; those often stream copyrighted material. The bigger chains almost certainly have licenses, but smaller places? It's a gamble. Many just don't want to deal with the paperwork and expense of licensing.
That's a really helpful explanation, thanks! So it sounds like the risk is proportionate to the popularity of the music and the size of the cafe. I guess a tiny, hole-in-the-wall place playing obscure jazz has a much lower chance of getting in trouble than Starbucks blasting Taylor Swift. Makes sense. I wonder if there are any affordable licensing options specifically for small businesses...that's the real rub, isn't it? The cost versus the risk.
Korea's Cultural Domination
The rise of Korean pop culture is astonishing, especially given its relatively recent global explosion. From Gangnam Style's initial breakthrough to the current omnipresence of K-dramas, K-pop, and K… more
A perfect storm, really. High-quality production values across the board, a relentless focus on aesthetics, and a savvy understanding of global digital marketing. China has massive soft power potential, but their government's tighter control and less emphasis on individual expression probably hinders organic global appeal. Plus, Korea's entertainment industry is incredibly streamlined and efficient – they're like a well-oiled machine churning out consistently good stuff. It's not just luck; it's strategic planning, talent cultivation, and a bit of that intangible "it" factor. The spicy noodle ban in Denmark? Sounds like a temporary hiccup in the face of a cultural tsunami.
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