I was growing up in the late 60's and early 70's and I tend to agree with you, but I don't think it's because todays music is so bad. I think it's because it's become such more of a product than an art form that much of what is popular today is so bad. In my mind I can see the executives asking not is it any good but how is the best way to market it. And if something doesn't fit in with a preconceived audience there is a good chance it won't get played.