A lot of guys don't have "Radio Ready" music out yet, and you didn't spend a ton of money on production, recording gear, and software, so they don't understand. You think I am just ranting on about the screwed up music business. Just wait a few years when all your stuff gets stolen, then you will change your tune quick. If you never release your own CD's, then you have nothing to worry about. Imagine walking in your house after work or school and all of your guitars and amps are stolen. This is what I am talking about.
I started out selling my CD's at venues and online stores. It worked for a very short while, until people started making copies. Now I don't get paid a penny for them.
The point of this post is:
It is really sad for aspiring upcoming songwriter / musicians to know that they will not be paid for all of the years of work that they have done, unless the gig constantly. These days, a band don't usually get signed for very long, then the Labels start looking for the new fresh meat, so CD sales will be very important as a means of future income.
This is a warning to people posting music at online stores. All it takes is one CD to get into the wrong hands and your pockets will be empty. I don't know how to fix the problem, I looks like it's too late.