When big media corporations can’t reach agreements on their business arrangements, with the result that popular channels go blank on cable television systems, cutting off millions of subscribers, what’s to be done?
The remedy may or may …
When big media corporations can’t reach agreements on their business arrangements, with the result that popular channels go blank on cable television systems, cutting off millions of subscribers, what’s to be done?
The remedy may or may …
Last Sunday’s Oscar wins for best soundtrack (Michael Giaccino for Up) and best song (T-Bone Burnett and Ryan Bingham for “The Weary Kind”) got me wondering if either of these albums experienced a post-Oscar …
iTunes’ biggest competitive threat, besides piracy, may be stepping on domestic shores within the month. Spotify, the UK-based music streaming service that has been a hit in Europe, is readying its US debut and …
If anyone out there still doubts the power of social networking, look no further than a pickle. Last week, a pickle earned more fans (nearly 1.5 million at last count) on its Facebook page …
In the new era of digital music consolidation, RealNetworks’ decision to spin off Rhapsody is a RealPuzzler.
RealNetworks announced this week it would transform its Rhapsody subscription music service into a standalone firm …
How did it come to be that an entire industry must depend on Howard Stern? When that industry essentially consists of one company — Sirius XM. Now, the same company that placed a $500 million bet that the …
In this corner: the mighty Amazon, a veritable media river, selling you everything from books to milk, socks to newspapers! One hundred percent pure American can-do and know-how!
The contender: Macmillan the villain! British publishing magnate …
As expected, the controversial tie-up between Live Nation, the world’s largest concert promoter, and Ticketmaster, the largest ticket agency, won regulatory approval from the Justice Department earlier this week. And no sooner had Justice …
The New York Times’ recent rundown of the 2009 music industry features a slew of details regarding international music sales. (Hat tip to my colleague Jeff Dorsch for the tip!)
In summary, worldwide music sales …