HYPEBOT FEATURES:
- Part III: Can The Music Industry Save Itself?- Build Label Brands, Embrace The Niches
- US Ranks 8th In Musical Intelligence
- ASCAP Partners With Nimbit for artist services
- SliceThePie logs 1 million reviews
> Borders.com has relaunched its web site without back office support from Amazon. The music section features playlists, exclusive concerts and used. Nothing new here, but there is a comfortable and attractive layout that should attract some adult customers and Borders fans.
> The RIAA has dropped its lawsuit against notorious Russian download sites allofmp3 and mp3sparks claiming victory since the sites are all but out of business. (ars)
> New music format allows more user control of mix. (BetaNews)
> National Lampoon has launched its own audio label mining its comedy vaults as well as new content. (press release) I often think comedy is an under-developed area - particularly young and niche comedy.
> "DRM-free music: too little too late." (Silicon Alley Insider)
> An online music store for Middle Eastern ears. (National)
> Comparing free online streaming services. (MP3 Insider podcast)
