Imagine writing words and music of Wichita Lineman quality today and no one gives a damn. No one (says corporate) wants to hear that stuff or appreciates the craftsmanship that makes it
Quality music is dead.
Totally disagree. There is a boatload of indie stuff these days. Hard to find, but it's out there. Record labels suck, but there are always actual musicians out there doing interesting things. Some of the most interesting IMO, is so different the first time you hear it, that you might completely dismiss it, until the 2nd time.