WMG CEO Bronfman To Face Trial In Paris
French authorities yesterday informed Warner Music Group CEO Edgar Bronfman Jr. that he must face trial along with 6 others for possible investor fraud and insider trading. Former Vivendi CEO. Continue reading
NARM Launches A Digital Music Think Tank
The National Association of Recording Merchandisers has launched a Digital Think Tank task force of NARM members dedicated to resolving issues surrounding the business of digital music. Members include: 7digital,. Continue reading
Michael Jackson Download To Be Album Only
(UPDATE 2) CONFIRMED: Peter Kafka of Media Memo has confirmed that as our sources (below) hinted, Michael Jackson's new album will be available on iTunes, as well as, other download services. (EARLIER) The Michael. Continue reading
Universal Moves Thanksgiving Week Street Date
From NARM: NARM has been advised by Universal Music Group Distribution that they and their labels have decided to make Monday, November 23 the street date for their titles for. Continue reading
WMG Pacts With Outrigger To Monetize Videos
Warner Music Group is partnering with Outrigger Media to sell online advertising and sponsorships. Outrigger will represent the label group to potential sponsors and advertisers for WMG operated sites, third-party. Continue reading
WMG Names Rob Cavallo Chief Creative Officer
Warner Music Group has named Grammy Award-winning producer Rob Cavallo to the newly created position of Chief Creative Officer. Cavallo will now work exclusively with WMG as a producer and. Continue reading
Sources: WMG Inks New YouTube Deal
Several sources are confirming rumors that the Warner Music Group has finalized a new relationship with YouTube that will see their artists return to the top rated video channel. The. Continue reading
Rhino Records Lays Off 30-40
Are More Cuts Ahead? WMG's catalog arm Rhino has pink slipped 30-40 staffers with cuts across all departments. A statement from Rhino blamed "fundamental transformation of the physical new release. Continue reading
The Music Industry Pays The Price Of Negativity
It's Time For A New Conversation New calls for three strikes laws and P2P taxes in the UK have spawned strong reactions from high profile artists including Lily Allen, James. Continue reading
Sony Trys AmieStreet’s Variable Pricing But Adds Some Big Restrictions
Music discovery and download site AmieStreet, best known for their fan-driven variable pricing model, will add Sony Music Entertainment to its catalog. Sony becomes the first major label to offer. Continue reading
