Web Reaction: Apple Drops DRM January 06, 2009
- Digital and Mobile Apple iTunes' announcement that it will begin offering DRM-free music from all four major labels and will add a new pricing scheme for tracks today was, to say the least, covered extensively. Below, a round-up of reaction from around the Web and what the move means for comsumers, Apple and the labels. » Full Story
Leona Lewis Signs Deal For Autobiography January 06, 2009
- Global
| Rock and Pop
| Branding Leona Lewis, who won U.K. talent TV show "The X Factor" in 2006 and topped charts around the world with debut album "Spirit," has signed a deal to pen her autobiography with publishing house Hodder & Stoughton. » Full Story
Rihanna Taking No Wardrobe Risks For Malaysia Show January 06, 2009
- Global Rihanna will shun skimpy outfits when she performs in Malaysia next month, the concert's organizers said Tuesday, becoming the latest international star affected by the Muslim-majority country's strict rules on performers' dress. » Full Story
Best Buy Offers Used iPhones January 06, 2009
- Digital and Mobile
| Retail Retailer Best Buy Co, seeking new ways to appeal to cost-conscious shoppers, said on Tuesday it is selling refurbished versions of Apple Inc's iPhone 3G at its stores that are priced about $50 less than new iPhones. » Full Story
Arab-Israeli Orchestra Stops Shows in Qatar, Egypt January 06, 2009 - Israeli conductor Daniel Barenboim and his orchestra of Arab and Israeli musicians say they are canceling performances in the Middle East this weekend because of fighting between Israel and Hamas. » Full Story
ADA Nordic Partners With Nuclear Blast January 06, 2009 - The Nordic arm of Warner Music Group's Alternative Distribution Alliance (ADA) has partnered with independent metal label Nuclear Blast on an exclusive distribution agreement. » Full Story
Strong Q4 Sales For U.K. Biz January 06, 2009 - The recorded music market in the U.K. benefited from a strong showing in the fourth quarter of 2008, contributing to an overall volume decline of 3.2% in album sales year-on-year. » Full Story
Hispanic TV Landscape Could Shift In L.A. Trial January 06, 2009 - In a trial that could change the landscape of Hispanic television in the U.S., broadcasting giant Univision Communications Inc. squares off Tuesday against the supplier of its popular telenovelas, Grupo Televisa SA. » Full Story
Bandier Hails Million-Selling 'Hallelujah' January 06, 2009 - Sony/ATV Music Publishing chairman and CEO Martin Bandier has spoken of the longevity and current success of "Hallelujah," which is currently No. 1 in the U.K. singles chart. » Full Story
Best Buy Offers Used iPhones January 06, 2009 - Retailer Best Buy Co, seeking new ways to appeal to cost-conscious shoppers, said on Tuesday it is selling refurbished versions of Apple Inc's iPhone 3G at its stores that are priced about $50 less than new iPhones. » Full Story
Bright Named To Word Post November 10, 2008 Veteran producer and music publishing executive Mark Bright has been named president and CEO of Word Entertainment. He succeeds Jim Van Hook, who decided to retire after more than 30 years in the faith-based music industry. » Full Story
CLASSICAL
Arab-Israeli Orchestra Stops Shows in Qatar, Egypt January 06, 2009 Israeli conductor Daniel Barenboim and his orchestra of Arab and Israeli musicians say they are canceling performances in the Middle East this weekend because of fighting between Israel and Hamas. » Full Story
Swift To Appear On 'SNL' January 05, 2009 Taylor Swift will kick off 2009 as the musical guest on NBC's "Saturday Night Live." Swift To Appear On 'SNL' » Full Story
Hispanic TV Landscape Could Shift In L.A. Trial January 06, 2009 In a trial that could change the landscape of Hispanic television in the U.S., broadcasting giant Univision Communications Inc. squares off Tuesday against the supplier of its popular telenovelas, Grupo Televisa SA. » Full Story
Leona Lewis Signs Deal For Autobiography January 06, 2009 Leona Lewis, who won U.K. talent TV show "The X Factor" in 2006 and topped charts around the world with debut album "Spirit," has signed a deal to pen her autobiography with publishing house Hodder & Stoughton. » Full Story
Jazz Bassist Haden Returns To Country Roots On CD January 02, 2009 After a career on modern jazz's cutting edge, bassist Charlie Haden acknowledges being scared before recording his first country music album at Ricky Skaggs' Nashville, Tenn., studio.
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