I think authenticity is the most important thing there is to lots of people out there, it underlies whatever the content may be and gives it a foundation, not just hollow attention seeking, paper-mache rubbish. People can follow trends all they like, to chase the views, but surely it just feels a bit.. sad ?

I haven't seen any of your stuff on YouTube, but certainly sympathise with alot of what you're saying here.

Let's hope Steemit proves a better fit than what YouTube is becoming at the minute, best of luck with everything bud !