Union Sues Universal, Sony, WMG, Others For Failing To Fund Musician’s Pensions

The American Federation of Musicians pension fund is suing Atlantic Records, Hollywood Records, Sony Music Entertainment, Universal Music Group  and Warner Brothers Records for failing to make pension fund contributions.

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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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Simfy Is Shutting Down, Points Users To Deezer

2015 is shaping up as the year that some of streaming music's earliest players shut down or sold out. Pioneer WiMP is history, absorbed into TIDAL, and six year after launch,. Continue reading

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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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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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Grooveshark Tries To Go Legit With New Pandora-Like Radio App

After years of fighting the system and losing, online music service Grooveshark is taking a new route – playing by the rules – with the launch of a new Pandora-like. 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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