Apple Explores Ad Supported Downloads
It’s far from a sure thing, but it appears from from filings and testimony before the UK Copyright Tribunal that Apple is seriously exploring an ad supported download service. Apple. Continue reading
New Music Business Briefing: Universal Finishes Sanctuary & Sells EU Publishing, Nat’l Geo Gets Music & Much More
>>> Universal has finalized its deal to buy Sanctuary. (Guardian) >>> Senators pledge to move forward with legislation soon if SoundExchange and net broadcasters can’t come to terms (Wired) >>>. Continue reading
New Music Business Briefing: More EMI, Music Net & DMX Subscriibe, AC/DC Gives Verizon Exclusive & More
>>> More on Terra Firma’s purchase of EMI – Forbes has commentary and market reaction. EMI has created a web site for investors to keep them informed of developments and. Continue reading
Sammy Hagar – A B-List Rock Star Shows How It’s Done
From guest blogger Dale Nixon, Poor Sammy Hagar. Reportedly snubbed by the multi-million dollar Van Halen reunion which may or may not be happening this fall… Forced to open for. Continue reading
Hip Hop Business News From ProHipHop
>>> Nick Jr.’s new kids show Yo Gabba Gabba! will include a regular feature, Biz’s Beat of the Day, featuring old school beatboxer Biz Markie. >>> Madlib, one of the. Continue reading
iTunes Hits 3 Billion Downloads
Apple today announced that more than three billion songs have been purchased and downloaded from the iTunes. The online store recently surpassed Amazon and Target to become the third largest. Continue reading
eMusic Study Claims Service Is Good For Indie Music
Hypebot has led the charge in criticism of eMusic and how its low pricing can hurt indie labels and musicians. (read our exclusive 6 part eMusic series) The company’s rebuttle. Continue reading
New Music Business Briefing: Hearings On Broadcast Performance Royalties, Amp’d To Court, Liquid Experience & Much More
>>> The House Judiciary Committee will meet today to hear testimony from the radio and recording industries who are at odds over proposed performance royalties for broadcast radio. (R.A.I.N.) Given. Continue reading
Study Shows Illegal Downloads Rising Just As Paid Digital Growth Slows
It should come as no surprise, but an extensive new UK study by Entertainment Media Research shows that illegal downloads are at an all time high just as paid download. Continue reading