Wow ... this post and your point of view are very interesting. I agree with much of what you raise but you know? People do care where things come from. They don't say it, they don't manifest it but they think it.
I am not a musician. I like writing and writing must have rhythm ... that comes from music. Like you, I wonder: at this moment, who is interested in what I write and or who is interested in reading?
It is a complex world and everything has its space and its audiences.
It has been a great pleasure to read you @derekcmy
Thank you for reading and yes, that's food for thought there.
The thing is, you never know who is reading or where your writing will take you. Just keep writing. Best of luck! @marcybetancourt