The monopolisation of different sectors of the music industry is becoming a very real threat in overseas markets, and the major players are well and truly dipping their toes into the Australian industry too. As major corporations buy up small indie operations - from promoters to venues to labels and more - we look at how the way the former Indies change and the way those who haven’t been bought manage to survive. 

For the other perspective, what benefits do managers and artists have of working with independent operators in an increasingly monopolised industry?