Cakewalk has updated Project5 to version 2.5. A powerful tool for real-time music looping/sequencing/arranging, Project5 now has almost all of the muscle of a full-on recording/editing DAW. Enhancements: • Microsoft Windows Vista Compatibility • Dimension Pro LE (with REX support) • Multiple Audio Input/Output Support • Control Surface...

A fundraising auction for a charity that replaces musical equipment lost to hurricanes Katrina and Rita has brought in $2.4 million. The fundraiser, which auctioned off music memorabilia from Paul McCartney, The Edge, Bono, Jimi Hendrix and and many others, greatly exceeded expectations. Music Rising was co-founded by The Edge, the U2 guitarist who donated one...

The Chinese version of Yahoo! was ordered by a court to pay $27,000 for aiding music piracy. The lawsuit filed by the International Federation of Phonographic Industries accused Yahoo China of violating copyrights because its search engine linked to sites that carried 229 pirated songs. It was filed on behalf of 11 recording companies including Sony BMG, Warner...

Pioneer has announced that their MT-01 Power Line Sound System will finally ship in July. The system was beleaguered with problems, but those seemed to have been sorted and now the system is ready to take its bow. The MT-01 works through your home’s electrical wiring. Just plug the main control unit and speakers into any available electrical outlet and the...