This interview is based on the Canadian media market and its associated levy ( tax) that is applied to blank media to compensate for "private copyingi", its a model of clarity.
http://www.slyck.com/story1573_Slyck_Interviews_the_CPCCThere are instances online where someone uploads a copyrighted song, but their IP (Internet Protocol) address was found by an anti-piracy organization. Often, what follows is a cease and desist letter being sent to the ISP (Internet Service Provider). Yet, in the meantime, giving away mix CDs seems like a practice that is without consequence. It's almost like uploading offline. The difference is the fact that blank CDs have a levy.
Currently, in Canada, that levy is 21 cents. The money goes through a collective. In this case, that collective is the CPCC (Canadian Private Copying Collective). The money is then distributed to artists as compensation. It seems like a pretty straightforward process, but unfortunately, there are a number of misconceptions surrounding the private copying levy. David Basskin, director of the CPCC, agreed to an interview to talk about some of the ideas floating around online about the private copying levy.
This is an excellent interview and its clear those operating the collective are not seeking to dodge the more awkward questions put to them.
Perhaps this is an example of honesty and good old fashioned plain speaking that the RIAA should try to emulate.
