In this episode we will examine the effects of commercial success on an artist and their art. And when I say commercial, I mean this literally. The two artists in this episode were fortunate enough to have one of their songs prominently featured in a National television ad for the consumer electronics juggernaut also known as Apple. This single act, as we will hear, had an immediate impact on the careers of these musicians. They were, as if in an instant, rocketed to heights of popularity few artists ever realized. For many in the industry, this opportunity was akin to winning the lottery and the spoils that came with it were almost as lucrative.
Here is the legendary Peaches video....
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=an0ce8kfYOc
Here is Feist with Apple:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LarZG0l3dPc
Caesar's turn:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IEPTcZPDrXc