New Music Business Briefing: ITunes Grabs Beatle, MySpace Gets Pumpkins, Fox Goes Audible & Much More
>>> As expected iTunes has the digital exclusive on the new McCartney release. >>> MySpace and Spin are producing a Smashing Pumpkins tribute compilation available for download. A smart and. Continue reading
More Changes At A&R
More big changes in A&R staffs in recent weeks at many labels including: Warner Music Group is restructuring the company putting further focus on their digital strategy and distribution David. Continue reading
Does eMusic’s Math Work For Labels?
PART 4 – In addition to increased competition, label defections pose the greatest threat to eMusic’s future. In recent weeks Victory, Urge, Red House, Silva America, and Tzadik and others. Continue reading
New Business Briefing: Rubin In, Granite Up, Reznor Mad, Sprint Mixed & More
>>> It’s Official. Rick Rubin will bring his American Recordings to Columbia and hold an executive position. (Reuters) >>> Capital/EMI will re-release the entire solo Paul McCartney catalog via digital. Continue reading
Koch Buys Navarre
Koch has bought music and video distributor Navarre for $6.5 million. (press release) It is unclear what consolidation of staff and resources will follow. But with the retail brick and. Continue reading
Hypebot Gets A Letter From eMusic
As I have researched Hypebot’s current eMusic series, I’ve contacted many sources. As many writers do – even a part-time blogger/industry commentator – I’ve shared small advance portions of the. Continue reading
New Music Business Briefing: MySpace Protects, Majors Silent, Microsoft, Real & Apple Get Sued
>>> MySpace has launched "Take Down Stay Down" copy protection for videos that allows content providers to ban content. >>> AP looks at why the major labels are silent while. Continue reading
Part 2 In A Series: eMusic Under Attack
For millions of consumers who have purchased iPods, eMusic has the most comprehensive catalog outside of iTunes of downloads compatible with their players. For indie music lovers, eMusic offers a. Continue reading
Universal May DRM Free Ante
We reported the rumors weeks ago that Universal seemed likely to be the next major label to try a broad DRM free experiment. Now the signs seem clear. At a. Continue reading
New Music Business Briefing: Beatles Downloads, Live Nation Adds Ticketing, Senate May Aid Net Radio & More
>>> The new Paul McCartney Starbucks/Hear album will be available for download when it is released on June 5th. This marks the first time the Beatle has been available digitally.. Continue reading
