The Cult Of The iPod
Much hoopla correctly has been made about how the iPod is transforming the way that people experience music and therefore the music industry itself. An iPod on shuffle replaces the. Continue reading
UNG TO LAUNCH THE INTERATIONAL MUSIC FEED TV CHANNEL
The Universal Music Group is set to launch it’s own video channel THE INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FEED. Few details are available, but it appears likely that the channel will feature primarily. Continue reading
MIDEM SPEAKERS GET IT: MUSIC MUST BE PORTABLE
The Hollywood Reporters writes from MIDEM that, "Music must not only be protected but also made easier for consumers to move around and enjoy if the digital world is to. Continue reading
UMG Launches Mobile Division
The Hollywood Reporter writes that the "Universal Music Group reinforced its belief in the mobile entertainment space by establishing Universal Music Mobile US and appointing Rio Caraeff to head it. Continue reading
Full Length Songs On Your Cell
Chaoticom, a provider of mobile music download services, announced on Thursday that it has signed a license agreement with major record label EMI, to offer full-length song downloads of 200,000. Continue reading
SONG BMG GLOBAL MARKETING GROUP
FROM FMQB: "Sony BMG has announced plans for its new Global Marketing Group, which is a specialized unit that will support the company’s labels, repertoire centers, operating companies, and respective. Continue reading
Music Downloads Grow Tenfold
From the Hollywood Reporter: "More than 200 million music tracks were downloaded legally in the United States and Europe last year, up from a year-earlier 20 million, the International Federation. Continue reading
FCC Payola Investigation
From FMQB: "FCC Chairman Michael Powell has released an official statement confirming reports that he has opened payola investigations involving Armstrong Williams and WKSE/Buffalo Program Director Dave Universal. "In response. Continue reading
Canadian Music Industry Digital Distribution Provider Musicrypt Enter US Market With Billboard As Partner
Musicrypt Inc., a leading enabler of user-friendly and secure music distribution today announced, it will enter the United States Music Industry in early 2005, partnered with Billboard Radio Monitor, following. Continue reading
HYPBOT SEEKS NOMINATIONS FOR THE YEAR IN MUSIC MARKET AWARDS
As the year draws to a close we’re seeking nominations for a list of the top campaigns, trends and products shaping the music industry in 2004-2005. Nominations are being accepted. Continue reading
