RIAA Asks BitTorrent To Block Infringing Content

In the latest attack on file sharing, the Recording Industry Association of America has requested that BitTorrent put into place a hash filter in order to block infringing content, but will. Continue reading

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Music Publishing News Roundup 7.14.15: Spotify Discover • Grooveshark • YouTube’s Paid Service

Grooveshark co-founder Josh Greenberg was discovered dead at his Florida home on Sunday. Police say there are no signs of drug use or foul play.

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Grooveshark Co-Founder Josh Greenberg Found Dead

Grooveshark cofounder Josh Greenberg was found dead Sunday by his girlfriend. The two shared a Gainesville, Florida apartment. He was 28.

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REWIND: The New Music Industry’s Week In Review

Spotify topped the news this week with a leaked Sony contract and the news that it was adding video, podcasts and more. But others made news, as well: Pandora bought. Continue reading

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Grooveshark Returns Via Site Created By Former ‘Associate’

It took 6 years for the major labels to put Grooveshark out of business. But it took a just days for it to resurface as a site created by a. Continue reading

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Music Publishing News Roundup: Pandora May Pay Lower Rates To Rights Holders, Grooveshark Folds, Copyright Review Moves Forward To Congress

Pandora might lower rights holders payouts, Grooveshark throws in the towel after six years of legal battles, and the Copyright review moves to Congress.

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REWIND: The New Music Industry’s Week In Review

It was another week eventful week in the new music business: Facing $736 million in damages, Grooveshark shut down and apologized to the RIAA, Live Nation reported a weak quarter,. Continue reading

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Full Text Of Official RIAA Statement On Grooveshark Shutdown and Grooveshark’s Apology

After 8 year of legal battles with the major labels, Grooveshark has settled and ceased to operate. After the jump you'll find  the full text of the official statements from. Continue reading

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Grooveshark Shuts Down, Apologizes “Without Reservation” To RIAA

"It is better to beg forgiveness, than ask permission,"  appeared to be Grooveshark's mantra. The company was defiant to the point of arrogance. They had nothing wrong, they insisted, as. Continue reading

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Forbes 30 Under 30: Music List Juxtaposes Pop Stars and Music Tech Founders

This is the third year of Forbes 30 Under 30 featuring outstanding young people across industries. Music is included and, as in previous years, the business people are primarily in. Continue reading

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