while technically and as an industry, music was far worse for hundreds of thousands of years, it was vastly more enjoyed by them
Well, this is why I question the use of the word 'worst' here. It's super subjective and I've found myself to thoroughly enjoy, say, medieval music which contains a quality of purity that simply doesn't exist anymore. 'worse' is not right, but lacking in diversity was the real issue for me.
But yes music is funny in that it's an art, but also a craft and a social adhesive, entertainment. Quite unique in that regard I think. We shouldn't forget each element!