The Internet Radio Revolutions Is Upon Us
There is a great article in the London Telegraph on the growth and future of internet broadcasting and the incredible variety of formats available. "Video killed the radio star," sang. Continue reading
FCC’s Powell Resigns
FROM FMQB: One day after George Bush took the oath of office for his second term as President of the United States, various sources are reporting that FCC Chairman Michael. Continue reading
UMG revives Verve Forecast label
According to the Hollywood Reporter, "The Verve Music Group, a division of Universal Music Group, has resuscitated the Verve Forecast imprint — the home of a bright array of developing. 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
Cingular and Sony Join For Hip Hop Talent Search
Cingular Wireless said on Thursday that it partnered with Sony Ericsson and Sony Urban Music on a hip-hop artist talent search that will include the chance for finalists to perform. 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
eMusic Adds Hundreds of Artists and Scores of Top Indie Labels
eMusic, the world’s No. 2 digital download service selling nearly two million tracks monthly, today announced the addition of hundreds of leading indie labels and artists to its rapidly expanding. 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
