A2IM Throws Support Behind Pandora

"Like many we were troubled to hear Pandora refer to the current situation as a possible ‘Last Stand For Webcasting.’ As the primary advocacy group for the independent music community we feel a need to reiterate our strong support…

and commitment to a fair and equitable resolution to the CRB rate
negotiations – a solution that fairly compensates artists and labels
for their creativity and investment but still allows the pure play
webcasting community to continue to grow. These webcasters need to be
supported, as they give independently produced music the opportunity to
be heard and discovered, which is all too often not the case at
traditional AM/FM radio. We’ve been fighting on this issue for some
time, and we’re optimistic all parties can get back on track towards a
constructive solution."

– Rich Bengloff, President of The American Association For Independent Music (A2IM):