“You could have a zillion Facebook followers. Those people don't buy records. It's about a hundred to one...Record companies, they don't have any money so they see social media as the free marketing...So,...'Billy, light yourself on fire and stand upside down, and that'll market the record'. I've spent a lot of time thinking about this. I don't think people by records because of anything that happens on Facebook. They buy records cause they're friends say 'I bought this record and I love it'.”
Quote by Billy Corgan
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Billy Corgan
Billy Corgan, born on March 17, 1967, is an American musician, songwriter, and music producer. He is best known as the lead vocalist and primary songwriter for the band Smashing Pumpkins, which achieved significant success in the mid-1990s. Corgan is renowned for his unique musical style and profound lyrics, which have had a profound impact on modern rock music. more
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