Grooveshark Responds To Lawsuit Loss Defiantly, Vows To Continue
Streaming music service Grooveshark, which has been in court with labels and other rights holders since launching, is trying to dismiss this week's legal defeat old news. "This latest news dealt. Continue reading
5 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Music Publicist
Hiring a publicist can be a daunting task – especially in the music business. There are infinite agencies and independent professionals who will quickly over promise and under deliver simply. Continue reading
Top Vinyl Seller? Amazon’s No. 1, Urban Outfitters’ No. 2, Barnes & Noble Getting Back In
If the vinyl boom wasn't maxing out record presses before, look for that super special indie release from that barely known artist to face some pushbacks. Urban Outfitters' claim to. Continue reading
Prince To Get Live Nation Yahoo Digital Treatment
Live Nation has announced that Prince and his band 3RDEYEGIRL will perform live on the Live Nation Channel on Yahoo for 'PlectrumElectrum and ArtOfficilAge,' as part of an exclusive album. Continue reading
“Thinking Music” vs. “Emotional Music”: Two Different Kinds of Music Listening Experience
[We're reposting this from yesterday due to a faulty link.] Are you someone who likes to listen to music while you work? Do you have a different playlist for the. Continue reading
Eventbrite Launches Artist Studio Featuring DIY Music Biz Resources
Eventbrite has a long history of blogging and creating other resources for the event organizers that use their ticketing services. Today they debut a new resource for DIY and indie. Continue reading
eMusic Drops Major Labels, Returns To Indie Roots
eMusic is removing all product from major labels and independents distributed by major labels from its site. The service, one of the first digital music sites to launch way back. Continue reading
Grooveshark Game Over? Judge Rules For Labels, Against Rogue Music Streamer
New York District Court Judge Judge Thomas Griesa ruled Monday that Grooveshark and its parent company Escape Media Group are liable for copyright infringement by its employees who were encouraged. Continue reading
Spotify Launches In Canada
Spotify finally launched in Canadan this morning with a 20 million track library and an emphasis on local music including Quebecois. “Spotify is launching in Canada with a comprehensive catalogue featuring. Continue reading
Mad About Lauryn Hill Behaving Erratically At A Concert? Are You Kidding Me?
Some people are reasonably upset about fans paying good money for a Lauryn Hill show that was disappointing. That sort of thing is always upsetting. But at least two of. Continue reading