Net neutrality: The sound of the Internet

[Commentary] At this point, the Internet is practically everything to everybody — research tool, room-mate finder, clearinghouse for ex-flames from high school. It's also increasingly the place where people go to be entertained, whether by so-lame-it's-funny videos or amazing new music. Al Gore didn't invent the Internet and the telecommunications and cable companies don't own it, but musicians like us use it every day to book tours, sell merchandise and communicate directly with our fans. Best yet, we don't have to ask permission to do so. Lately, there's been a lot of talk about "net neutrality," and whether it's worth preserving. We say without a doubt. Being able to make music is amazing. Being able to get that music to fans is essential. The open Internet lets artists like us keep doing what we do, and that's why we sound off in support of net neutrality.