What yardstick should we use to measure the success of art in the society? Do we consider an artiste to be a success if for instance they are great at home, but their music has never travelled beyond their borders?
How does regular airplay contribute towards the greatness of an artiste and their music? Is it a necessary evil if you will, that an artiste can only enter the hallowed grounds of greatness subject to the amount of airtime their music obtains?
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