New Music Business Briefing: Web Radio Close To Safety, Kayne Kicks 50, xBox Proves Platinum Platform & More

>>> Web radio royalty talks appear to be closer to conclusion according to several sources. (AP)

>>> MyDamnChannel has cut a deal for a dedicated channel on MySpaceTV extending the growing reach of its programming which includes interviews by Don Was and others to the MySpace community.

>>> Yesterday marked the beginning of the much hyped Kayne West vs. 50 Cent new release sales death match. But The LA Times reports that in an unscientific survey of record stores nationally, Kayne was outselling 50 at least two to one. (LA Times) It may just be a West Coast thang, but it would be exciting to think America had gotten a little taste.

>>> Universal signs with GetABuz a service that enables custom cell voice mail messages and ecards with music.

>>> Proving the Xbox as a music download platform, Guitar Hero II has sold 650,000 three song packs in the las 5 months. This may seem like a very specialized opportunity but let your imagination go…Indie Guitar Heroes,  Jump On Stage With The Divas, Dance With The Temptations…

>>> Barnes & Noble launches the "Sunday Music" compilation series and website aimed at exposing new artists to the adult market.