I want to point out that there are folks who are good, serious, can put a song together in days . . . who still cannot afford the $300, regardless.
$300 is maybe just a drop in the bucket for them, but all it makes them is a rich man's organization.
Talent is not governed by one's bank account.
who was talking about talent???
We're talking about business and the reality is that everyone in business has to make an investment to compete. If you really think you "have the goods" then you will spend less on video games and movies until you come up with the cash. If you are the least bit unsure of your ability to compete, you won't. Hence the point of the $300 fee.
your music is subjectively screened by a TAXI personnel who then judges if it is what the client is looking for.
There is a submission fee of $5 per song which keeps people from submitting songs that aren't applicable to the listing. That separates the serious from the shotgunner.
More than that, they are well-informed professionals who critique and tell you what each song needs to be successful. This part of TAXI is
invaluable for a song writer who needs education or help. Even if you spent $300 a year for 5 years it would be cheaper than a college education, or moving to LA or NYC to pound the streets.
It's all about attitude and ability.