The
RIAA (I don't need to tell you what it stands for) used to be helpful. They decided what the speed for the vinals should be, and that was important. Now, however, they sue people for stealing songs from them. I spent more money on music now that I got a few songs from
P2P. I
baught a few
ramones CDs that I enjoy thanks to P2P. The RIAA stops opportunities like these by
sueing people, (mostly uploaders) for thousands of dollars mercilesly. I read from an excellent source that the RIAA sued a 12 year old girl for about
15k. I honestly doubt the RIAA gave the artist that had their music "stolen" the 15 grand. THAT's stealing.
All in all, I'd define the RIAA as efficient robbers.