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ETHICS INVESTIGATION ON CHAIRMAN SENSENBRENNER
CLICK HERE To let your Congressional Representatives know you are concerned over the RIAA-financed $18,000 trip House Judiciary Chairman James Sensenbrenner took to Thailand and Taiwan in January 2003.
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| Member Showcases : December 12, 2006 |
Posted by Ann Gabriel on 2006/12/12 3:54:05
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CLEAR CHANNEL SPINS NICHE, MULTI-FORMAT PROGRAMMING
Clear Channel Radio recently unveiled niche programming initiatives that will take advantage of both online and HD formats. The initial targeted content plays will be catered towards auto racing fans and the gay and lesbian communities.
Early advertising interest has come from big-name brands like American Express, AOL, and New Line Cinema, and other targeted plays are scheduled to FOLLOW.
MUSIC CHOICE GRABS TIME WARNER CABLE DISTRIBUTION DEAL
Music Choice has recently secured a far-reaching, video-on-demand distribution deal with Time Warner Cable. The agreement broadens the Music Choice video distribution network to 20 million households, a major expansion for the company.
As part of the agreement, Music Choice will supply its collection of music videos and music-related special features, all of which can be accessed on-DEMAND.
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| Member Showcases : December 11, 2006 |
Posted by Ann Gabriel on 2006/12/11 3:27:35
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INTERNET ADVERTISING QUICKLY RISING, RADIO RATES SLOWING
Advertising dollars are now moving towards the internet at a faster pace than traditional radio, according to a recent research finding. The report, delivered by eMarketer, estimated that year-end volumes for internet-based advertising will reach $16.4 billion this year, significantly up from $12.5 billion recorded last year.
Overall, the internet commands about 6 percent of the larger advertising pie, though eMarketer anticipates that it will eventually surpass traditional RADIO.
MORE DISCUSSION OF POSSIBLE SIRIUS, XM MERGER
Ahead of Christmas, the satellite radio sector is experiencing continued losses and softening subscriber gains. The downturn is darkening forecasts, though it could create the perfect conditions for a merger.
In earlier comments, Sirius Satellite Radio chief Mel Karmazin noted that "mergers often lead to creating shareholder value," and pointed to a softened regulatory LANDSCAPE.
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| Member Showcases : December 7, 2006 |
Posted by Ann Gabriel on 2006/12/7 23:01:31
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JAY-Z SALES DROP SUBSTANTIALLY DURING SECOND WEEK
Jay-Z sales dropped considerably during the second week, landing at approximately 140,000 for the recent period. That raises the overall, two-week tally to nearly 822,000, a sub-platinum mark for the rapper. Rappers often suffer steep cliffs after first-week bursts, though the Jay-Z second-week sales result is disappointing.
The drop comes after a massive and ultra-expensive marketing blitz that included a big-budget video, a multi-city promotional splash, and massive consumer branding TIE-INS
NPR RATTLES OVER DEVICE-BASED FM TRASNMITTERS
The drama surrounding short-range, device-based FM transmitters is entering a new chapter, thanks to a recent complaint from National Public Radio. Bigger, commercialized radio stations are often higher on the dial, while public radio stations usually grab lower frequencies.
That is the same range tapped by device-based transmitters, which broadcast across lower, unused FREQUENCIES.
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| Member Showcases : December 6, 2006 |
Posted by Ann Gabriel on 2006/12/7 1:02:26
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EMI TOES DRM-FREE WATERS, OFFERS NORAH JONES MP3 SINGLE
EMI is now offering a Norah Jones single in the open MP3 format, a monumental step for the label. The ultra-popular jazz pop singer is positioning the unrestricted single, "Thinking About You," on Yahoo Music, a move that bucks longtime label thinking on protection.
The development also follows a lengthy campaign by Yahoo Music executive David Goldberg, who has tirelessly rallied against the use of digital rights management on music FILES.
MULTI-FORMAT CONCERT BROADCASTING SOLDIERS ONWARD
Multi-format concert broadcasting remains a promising niche, and activity continues to bubble in the sector. For starters, AOL Music is now preparing to deliver a live broadcast of a Nelly Furtado performance, happening this Friday in Los Angeles. After the show, fans will be able to grab the gig on-demand.
The concert will be available through the AOL Music Live imprint, a showcase for similar broadcasts involving My Chemical Romance, Jay-Z, Kanye West, Green Day, Alicia Keys, Coldplay, and USHER.
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| Member Showcases : December 5, 2006 |
Posted by Ann Gabriel on 2006/12/6 0:52:50
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GM EXPANDS XM SATELLITE RADIO COMMITMENTS
General Motors will factory-install nearly two million XM Satellite Radio receivers next year, part of a continued alliance between the two companies. During a Tuesday announcement, GM projected the rollout of 1.8 million XM-ready vehicles, a massive potential customer base for the satellite leader.
Moreover, the massive American car manufacturer will lower the price for a pre-installed satellite receiver from $325 to $199.
REALNETWORKS SPARKS SANDISK RHAPSODY ADVERTISING PUSH
RealNetworks will soon deliver a broad-based advertising campaign for its SanDisk Rhapsody tie-up, according to a company announcement issued Monday morning. The action will start on television, and focus on the recently-released SanDisk Sansa e200R Rhapsody MP3 player.
The spots will feature an exclusive interview with Eric Clapton, directed by well-known music photographer Danny ClINCH.
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| Member Showcases : November 30, 2006 |
Posted by Ann Gabriel on 2006/11/30 2:37:57
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DIGITAL MUSIC FROM RADIO TO MOBILE PHONE IN 2007
UBC media has reached agreements with radio companies, record companies and mobile operators which mean that it can today announce the launch timetable for its ground breaking technology which allows real-time downloads of tracks from radio stations as the listener hears them.
The music files are delivered both to the digital receiver and the user’s home internet ACCOUNT.
SOUNDLOUD.COM'S DIGITAL MUSIC PLAYER TARGETS CONSUMERS, MUSIC PROS
SoundLoud.com announced Nov. 6 that they have launched the SoundStation Music store, a digital music player that includes a built-in shopping cart that allows for seamless purchasing of music downloads.
Created for both artists and managers/management in the music industry, SoundLoud.com music services will allow registered artists and labels to upload and manage their content, set pricing, track royalties and accept major credit card payments for MP3 music downloads through the SoundStation Music STORE.
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| Member Showcases : November 29, 2006 |
Posted by Ann Gabriel on 2006/11/29 3:56:05
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UNIVERSAL MUSIC GROUP, MORRIS COULD TARGET IPOD NEXT
Universal Music Group chairman Doug Morris successfully negotiated a royalty payment from Microsoft for every Zune sold. Now, the executive is eyeing a similar deal with Apple. "It would be a nice idea," Morris said during the Reuters Media Summit, happening this week in New York.
"I don't see why we wouldn't do that... but maybe not in the same way," Morris was quoted as saying while pointing to an upcoming renegotiation round. The comments came during a question-and-answer period on TUESDAY.
EMI CONFIRMS TAKEOVER CHATTER, SHARE MOVE UPWARD
EMI Group Plc confirmed Tuesday that a potential buyer is circling, though details were vague. "EMI announces that it has, this morning, received a preliminary approach for the Company which may or may not lead to an offer being made for the Company," the statement said.
The disclosure follows certain regulatory requirements, though the company has declined to identity the SUITOR.
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| Member Showcases : November 28, 2006 |
Posted by Ann Gabriel on 2006/11/28 3:27:04
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CHATTERS SURROUNDS POSSIBLE BEATLES, ITUNES DEAL
The Beatles remain elusive digital holdouts, despite recent licensing agreements with mega-groups like Dave Matthews Band and Linkin Park.
Regardless, the remaining Beatles members and heirs have collectively refused to license their catalog to paid digital outlets like iTunes and the Zune Marketplace, though chatter has now focused on a potential Apple EXCLUSIVE.
SIRIUS CHIEF FANS FLAMES ON XM MERGER SPECULATION
Will Sirius Satellite Radio eventually merge with its rival XM? The possibility has been floating for years, though recent comments from Sirius chief Mel Karmazin have fanned the flames once again. During an interview with Smart Money, Karmazin noted that "mergers often lead to creating shareholder value," something the chief executive has "always been open to".
Karmazin previously felt that regulatory hurdles would prohibit a marriage, though a number of variables have changed over TIME.
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| Member Showcases : November 27, 2006 |
Posted by Ann Gabriel on 2006/11/27 3:39:23
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ROLLING STONE COMMAND HIGHEST-SELLING TOUR EVER
The Rolling Stones now hold the record for the highest-selling tour in history, surpassing a tally previously held by U2. The ageless Stones are nearing gross receipts of $500 million on their current tour,
A Bigger Bang, which recently exited the United States. The performance trek, which started in August of 2005, has already generated more than $437 million in REVENUES.
CBS EXECUTIVE EMBRACES YOUTUBE POSSIBILITIES
Major media companies have been saber-rattling around YouTube, yet one giant has dropped its weapons…at least for now. David Poltrack, chief research officer at CBS, recently told an audience that YouTube has not had a detrimental effect on overall business.
And Poltrack prefers that his content remain on YouTube, even if it was posted without permission. The comments, which came at the recent Future of Television Forum at NYU, surprised SOME.
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| Member Showcases : November 17, 2006 |
Posted by Ann Gabriel on 2006/11/20 12:12:09
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UNIVERSAL MUSIC GROUP SUES MYSPACE, NEWS CORP.
Universal Music Group has recently issued an infringement lawsuit against MySpace, a development that follows tough talk from label chairman Doug Morris. Universal filed the action in the US District Court in Los Angeles late Friday, alleging that MySpace “harbors no illusions” that its destination contains infringing content.
The action also asserts that MySpace "knowingly and intentionally operated its business on the fiction that it has obtained the licenses it needs to exist from members that MySpace well knows are not the true copyright OWNERS."
EPIC, MTVU SPIN COLLEGE-BASED ARTIST COMPETITION
Everyone has encountered a "Battle of the Bands" at some point in their lives, usually at the local level. Now, a number of players are broadening the concept, both online and off. Just recently, university-focused mtvU established alliances with a number of labels, including Epic, Epitaph, Drive-Thru and Definitive Jux Records.
Collectively, mtvU and the labels will deliver a contest to find the best campus band. The initiative, called "Best Music on Campus," or BMOC, is a play on the age-old phrase, "Big Man on CAMPUS."
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