Are you feeling disenchanted with the selection of music from iTunes? There are many wonderful options, but the most intriguing one I’ve come across is an Icelandic company called Gogo Yoko. What makes them different? A couple of things, really. … Continue reading
Digital8track links to a PBS program on how the music industry fell apart.
Gogoyoko posts a link from Digital Wire on the common sense that was shown at Midem this year. The indie labels get it. They’ll be the ones with the future. If the majors wake up, they can stave off their … Continue reading
The Wall Street Journal editorial board offers some suggestions as to how major labels can co-opt their way into making money with downloads. Unfortunately, neither record labels nor their watchdogs at the RIAA want anything to do with either change … Continue reading
The industry is one filled with scoundrels and cowards running the upper echelons into the ground. They’ve battled against any sort of change against their dominance of the business, and I don’t see them pulling their heads out of their … Continue reading
I’ve been a bit hesitant to support this project as I wasn’t sure how much enthusiasm would be put into it, but I have to admit some of the material being submitted, though not my cup of tea for the … Continue reading
Well, this was for yesterday. I’m pleased to see iTunes keeping their commitment to purchasers to get rid of the DRM crap. It doesn’t help artists, and it makes it a pain in the arse to transfer music to other … Continue reading
Apple extorting the extortionists? Nice! Will this go anywhere? Probably not. The status quo will be maintained regarding royalty rates, as the music industry just doesn’t have the clout to shake Apple down. Conversely, Apple would be stupid to rid … Continue reading
Robert Smith should be commended for taking a step that would otherwise lead him to a hefty amount of money. It seems his record company have decided to charge a ridiculous amount for the Cure’s new EP, and that send … Continue reading
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