Hey Eric,

I've heard quite a few people make this point over the last few years, and I think it's valid if you are following more of the traditional model that (at least these days) relies more on touring and licensing to generate income. But as a direct response marketer I am personally focused on making sales and running advertising at a profit. For that to work I need to have a product I can actually sell for a decent price point. And so for me, I think albums are still a necessity. I also personally like them as an artistic statement/cohesive work.

But I think both perspectives are valid. Just depends how you are approaching things.