News that some Sony-BMG music CDs install secret rootkit software on their owners’ computers has angered many music fans and is the talk of the net.  Further fanning the flames. Continue reading

Grokster finally settled with the RIAA this week, and agreed to shut down access and development on its application. The company pointed to work on an upcoming, paid service, and. Continue reading

Yesterday P2P Grokster shut it’s doors as part of the settlement after loosing their Supreme Court battle.  But their software and more importantly free P2P file sharing lives on with. Continue reading

And we think the US music industry has problems… In the UK a new ordinance that was originally supposed to encourage new performers is now being scene as a damaging. Continue reading

Hypebot wants to hear from you!  We want your comments, tips and articles on how technology is changing the ways that we create, market, distribute, and enjoy music. Please email. Continue reading

Sprint Nextel made the biggest waves this week by debuting the first over-the-air, mobile music store in the US. Meanwhile, other heavyweights were also making news. MySpace teamed with Interscope. Continue reading

According to Digital Music News "Satellite television provider DirecTV will soon debut a music channel that will focus heavily on live performances. The channel, called CD USA, will also offer. Continue reading

CelebrityAccess MediaWire – iTunes Music Store customers have purchased and downloaded  more than 1 million videos since they debuted on October 12. Customers have choosen from over 2,000 music videos,. Continue reading

NPR has recently reached the 4 million download mark for it’s 150 podcasts from 7 stations. Given NPR’s programming it’s safe to bet that it’s not just kids driving this. Continue reading