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The pick of the best music TV and Radio for w/c Sat 5 December 2009
03/12/2009 12:38:53 - Ones to watch this week include Get Up Stand Up: the story of Pop & Politics on Sky Arts 1, plus make sure you tune in for TV and radio coverage of the Rolling Stones historical gig at Altamont in 1969.
New study focuses on digital bundles
03/12/2009 12:05:05 - Some interesting points are highlighted in a new paper by Professor Anita Elberse of Harvard Business School which instigates a deeper look at digital bundles.
Vinyl sales peak for first time since 1991
03/12/2009 11:52:32 - Thanks to re-issues vinyl sales have taken a surge this year and have topped their highest level which was last recorded in 1991.
Record labels need to recognise filesharing can be positive
03/12/2009 11:43:21 - Instead of fearing filesharing and trying to clamp down those who consume music in this way, perhaps the labels should look at it from another point of view.
Find out who's shortlisted for Music Producers Guild 2010 awards
03/12/2009 10:53:37 - The Music Producers Guild have announced their nominees for the 2010 Awards event to be held in February which will recognise some of the best names in the industry.
BPI release Digital Guide For Independents
03/12/2009 10:11:17 - The BPI have released a new document aimed at independent record labels to assist them with their digital affairs. Free to download or request a hard copy here...
MySpace Music finally lands on UK shores!
03/12/2009 09:58:00 - It has finally arrived..MySpace Music launches in the UK today. How will it fare?
Filesharing - the nitty gritty!
02/12/2009 11:08:26 - A very interesting BBC blog which aims to unearth the facts and figures about filesharing. Geoff Taylor from the BPI gives the music industry's point of view.
CDs still hanging in there...
02/12/2009 10:48:49 - Whilst the days of the CD are certainly numbered it has been a very slow death...much slower than some anticipated!
Targeted distribution for unsigned Electronic acts
02/12/2009 10:35:16 - Digital distributors Zimbalam have launched a new venture to offer targeted distribution especially for Dance and Electro DJs and acts.
Live music leaves Halfmoon venue
30/11/2009 11:45:54 - Halfmoon in Putney has a long history of live music which unfortunately is set to come to an abrupt halt as it looks likely to be transformed into a gastropub by new landlord.
Is there a future for free? Q&A with Robin Kent
30/11/2009 11:28:17 - Former CEO of SpiralFrog, Robin Kent, talks candidly about what he thinks the future of the ad-funded model is...
Shakira wants unsigned openers for 2010 tour
30/11/2009 11:14:40 - Words I never imagined I would type...Shakira wants to help unsigned talent but selecting a lucky emerging artist to take on her 2010 tour.
Record retail map shows regional trends
30/11/2009 10:59:45 - In a year which has hit record shops hard, not just the independents but the high street chains, a map compiled by the Entertainment Retail Association by postcode will help highlight regional spending trends.
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