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Music 2.0 Week In Review: Who’s # 2?, WMG ISP Tax, DRM Stalls & Much More

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> Universal’s Interscope has invested in social music site Buzznet.

> Who is the #2 download store after iTunes, Amazon or eMusic?

> The adoption of DRM free music has stalled. Is iTunes or the labels to blame?Santana

> WMG is backing an ISP tax on music and hired ex-Geffen digital exec Jim Griffin to spearhead the effort.

> Two contrasting ad campaigns – Santana for Macys and a Dr. Pepper Guns & Roses spoof – illustrate how to use and abuse music in marketing.

> Billions and Aero have merged to form a powerhouse indie music booking agency.

> UK folk legend Billy Bragg says Bebo and other tech startups who use music to make millions should pay artists more.

> imeem is offering the advance debut of the new Rolling Stones soundtrack album.

> Last.fm grabbed F. Scott Woods from Google as a Senior Vice President.

> Orange experiments with ad supported mobile music downloads in Europe.

> EMI Publishing UK promoted Felix Howard to VP of A&R.

> A Four Questions For (4QFor) interview with Insomnia and RouteNote CEO Steven Finch.

> Video: A look at Groove Armada’s 360 deal with Bacardi and Bjork calls for a free Tibet during a concert in China

> Hypebot has started accepting advertsing.

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