eMusic Reaches 300,000 Subscribers

Demonstrates Accelerated Growth Curve Independent online music retailer eMusic recently crossed the 300,000 subscriber mark, part of an accelerating growth curve for the concern who only recently announced 250,000 subscribers. The company offers a hybrid model supported both a subscription service and paid downloads. The company is a distant number two ranking behind the Apple iTunes Store, which recently edged past the 2.5 billion...

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Copyright Royalty Board Rejects Webcaster Rehearing

Major Setback Will Force Many Online Radio Stations Out Of Business The US Copyright Royalty Board (CRB) has rejected motions for a rehearing by Internet radio broadcasters related to increased royalty payments for the use of master recordings. The three judge panel stated, “the parties filed various responses per our request, having reviewed all motions, responses to those motions, and written arguments, the Judges now deny all...

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