Internet killed the radio star

Esmee Denters is not just another singer. She's a poster child for the webcam generation. She first gained fame by posting videos of herself on Youtube singing cover versions of popular songs. She's now signed a recording contract with Tennman Records and will soon be performing live as an opening act for Justin Timberlake. Esmee may well be the first singer to go straight from the Internet to stardom. No CD sales. No radio airplay.

It's no wonder the record industry is in such a panic. The business model has changed and artists like Esmee and Prince are finding new ways to promote themselves.