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Why (And How) I Just Canceled All My Music Subscriptions
Now that three of the four major labels have decided to sell music without DRM, I've finally decided to drop it too. I've subscribed to Napster, Rhapsody, Yahoo Music, and other music services over the years, but I canceled them all on Thursday as a sort of preemptive new year's resolution. (28/12) Read
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Labels eye variable pricing for digital sales

Reuters | 07/06/08 iMuzique
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A new harmony for music labels, TV

Los Angeles Times | 07/06/08 iMuzique
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The Guardian | 11/05/08 iMuzique
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How much should music cost?

Los Angeles Times | 06/05/08 iMuzique
hree interesting developments today on the issue of music pricing and price elasticity, a subject close to my heart. While one label starts flirting with ... More

Bands are getting into bed with consumer brands

Timesonline | 04/05/08 iMuzique
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Music can be path to language and math

AP Google | 01/05/08
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No One Likes The Music Labels. Who Cares?

Silicon Alley Insiders | 21/04/08
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Music biz lawyers wary of labels' new grab

Reuters | 29/12/07
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Further lack of harmony between EMI and top acts

Timesonline | 19/12/07
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David Byrne's Survival Strategies for Emerging Artists — and Megastars

Wired News | 19/12/07
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EMI to exit IFPI

Variety | 10/01/08
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Jay-Z Quiets Critics With Indie Cred

ABC News | 30/06/08 iMuzique
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Los Angeles Times | 11/05/08 iMuzique
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EMI to exit IFPI

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The Old Music Industry Is Dead: Apple Launching Record Label With Jay-Z

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Prince seeks to 'reclaim the net'

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The New York Times | 20/09/07
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Major Labels, Large Webcasters Reach Agreement

Billboard | 24/08/07
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