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Wednesday’s Music Briefing: Piracy, Eventful Tix, Ian Rogers, Andy Lack & More

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  • The President signed an extensive new anti-piracy PRO-IP bill into law. (FMQB)Eventful03
  • In a move that could give a boost to all touring artists Eventful.com and Ticketmaster have strengthened ties. (Billboard)
  • An extensive interview with TopSpin’s Ian Rogers. (Socal Tech via Coolfer)
  • The national outdoor retailer REI has partnered with nine winter sports brands to feature new music by up-and-coming artists at REIGoPlaylist.com. (press release)
  • Today is the final day to get the lowest price for admission to Midem.
  • Former Sony BMG Chairman Andy Lack to head Bloomberg Interactive television.(press release)
  • UMG has signed a deal with QTrax. (press releaseDidn’t they tell us that happened months ago?
  • A new service in Japan turns your cell phone into a musical instrument.(Reuters)