Musicians Support Network Neutrality.

[from HP, who writes: "Cool, huh? Who would have thought rockers would get out there for net neutrality?"



179 bands and 35 labels have signed on [as of March 28] to this remarkable network activism effort. Founding bands and musicians include R.E.M., Death Cab for Cutie, Kathleen Hanna, John Doe, Sarah McLachlan, Kronos Quartet, and The Wrens.]


"Network neutrality -- or Net Neutrality -- is the principle that preserves a free and open Internet. Net neutrality ensures that all users can access the content, or run the applications and devices of their choice.

Rock the Net is a nationwide coalition of musicians and labels that support net neutrality. We come together at this critical time to demonstrate to Congress and the FCC the music community's broad support for this principle. As musicians and entrepreneurs, we understand the importance of treating all websites equally -- from the busiest online music store to the smallest blog. We urge Congress to support network neutrality."

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[image adapted from The Future of Music Rock The Net web site]