French independent record labels in a digital-first world: the search for balance between commercial expansion and underground artistic identity
Sula, Anna-Bella (A.A. 2024/2025) French independent record labels in a digital-first world: the search for balance between commercial expansion and underground artistic identity. Tesi di Laurea in Managerial decision making, Luiss Guido Carli, relatore Luigi Marengo, pp. 65. [Master's Degree Thesis]
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Abstract/Index
Broad context/background. Definition of key terms. Research gap. Research objectives/relevance and why it matters? Literature review. Independent record labels in the contemporary music industry. The core tension: commercial expansion vs artistic identity. Paradox theory: a framework for understanding tensions. Methodology. Results. Redefining independence in a networked industry. Preserving artistic identity amid genre diversification. Navigating platform-driven visibility. Balancing commercial growth with underground values. Events as a double-edged sword. Resource constraints and strategic patience. Discussion. Redefining independence as negotiated autonomy. Strategically managing contradictions through separation, integration and acceptance. Embedding authenticity in values, communities and long-term vision of the label.
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Bibliografia: pp. 57-59.
| Thesis Type: | Master's Degree Thesis |
|---|---|
| Institution: | Luiss Guido Carli |
| Degree Program: | Master's Degree Programs > Master's Degree Program in Management, English language (LM-77) |
| Chair: | Managerial decision making |
| Thesis Supervisor: | Marengo, Luigi |
| Thesis Co-Supervisor: | McCarthy, Ian Paul |
| Academic Year: | 2024/2025 |
| Session: | Autumn |
| Deposited by: | Alessandro Perfetti |
| Date Deposited: | 24 Feb 2026 13:21 |
| Last Modified: | 24 Feb 2026 13:21 |
| URI: | https://tesi.luiss.it/id/eprint/44947 |
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