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...
Sony/ATV Buys Leiber/Stroller Music Catalog
Sony/ATV Music Publishing has acquired the music catalog of songwriters Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller for an undisclosed sum. The catalogue contains more than 40 Top 40 hits, including “Stand By Me,” “Love Potion #9” and and “Jailhouse Rock.” Sony/ATV Music Publishing is a venture between Sony Corp. and Michael Jackson.






