Epic Fail: The War On Piracy
The final chapter in the long, sordid story of the pirate site, Grooveshark, finally played out in a New York Courtroom last week. The principals, after years of litigation, have. Continue reading
Entertainment Lawyers: Who? What? When? Where? How Much?
As an artist or creator in the entertainment industry you do not need to know everything about the business in order to succeed, but you should hire people who do.. Continue reading
7 Steps to Artistic Longevity in the New Music Business
The attention span of the human mind is diminishing. In the world of music this is especially true. Not only are attention spans getting shorter, but the world is being. Continue reading
What You Need To Know About Sampling Music Without A License
Sampling has been controversial from the very start. Supporters argue that artists sample songs they love and build on them to create their own sound. Those opposed to sampling, while possessing mixed. Continue reading
Blank Media Levies And The Precedent Of “Who Pays?” Has Ramifications Way Beyond Music…
The idea of a blank media levy is not at all new. The debate has been around since cassette tapes enabled affordable, large-scale private copying. Today, it seems as if. Continue reading
Court Rules Against Grooveshark Again, EMI Wins Summary Judgment Worth Up To $420 Million
That Grooveshark is still in business is a surprise to many. The music streaming service has fought and mostly lost a series of lawsuits with record labels since 2009. Will. Continue reading
