Sinead O’Connor and the Values of the American Music Industry

Music-industry events such as Live Aid, Farm Aid, the Policeman’s Ball in Britain, Christmas Around the World and numerous other fund-raisers have assisted the disadvantaged and needy.

The National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences is made up of individuals involved in the making of music from inception to sales. The organization rewards musicians with awards voted by their peers for artistic ability and craftsmanship. No Grammy is based on sales.

NARAS also is active with the Recording Industry Assn. of America in advancing worldwide copyright protection to the rightful owners of music and aiding in anti-piracy legislation.

I am curious as to why, if O’Connor has devoted so much thought to her “political statement,” she appeared on the American Music Awards telecast this month.

GARY GREG HORN

Northridge