⛪ Gospel
Hard
The rise of independent gospel artists and labels in the 21st century has significantly impacted the industry. Which of the following is the MOST accurate assessment of this impact?
A
It has led to a standardization of gospel music production, with independent artists closely mirroring the sound and style of major label releases to gain wider acceptance.
B
It has diminished the overall quality of gospel music due to a lack of resources and professional expertise among independent artists and labels.
C
It has fostered greater artistic freedom and experimentation, leading to a diversification of subgenres and a wider range of voices within the gospel music landscape.
D
It has concentrated power in the hands of a few dominant independent labels, effectively creating a new oligopoly that mirrors the structure of the major label system.