There are a stack of Australian artists who have achieved huge success while remaining independent. But the vast majority of artists attempting to achieve a similar status in the US and UK believe you need a label in these territories. But is that still the case in 2017, given the ease with which we can distribute our music digitally and the ability to create bespoke teams of publicists, bookers and other professionals to help spread the word? Are labels really such valuable assets in these territories?