ENEMY TO ALLY: In the “everything that goes around comes around” department, Sean Parker, once the scourge of the record business as a principal in the original Napster, is now trumpeting to anyone who’ll listen that the long-depressed business is now on the verge of rekindling itself as it finally gets a handle on harnessing digital technology. The now-wealthy Parker, who’s reportedly involved with efforts to launch Spotify in the U.S., is apparently determined to create interest among Wall Street investors in music assets. On a related subject, is the majors’ unwillingness to make a deal with Spotify due to pressure from Apple? (6/3a)
SONG REVENUE: CALM BEFORE THE STORM
J. Cole has his moment; Future-Metro have another big payday. (4/19a)
WARNER CHAPPELL ROPES IN RED CLAY STRAYS
Another big get for Guy and Carianne (4/19a)
THE COUNT: COACHELLA, FROM THE COUCH
The coziest way to experience the fest (4/19a)
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THE NEW UMG
Gosh, we hope there are more press releases.
TIKTOK BANNED!
Unless the Senate manages to make this whole thing go away, that is.
THE NEW HUGE COUNTRY ACT
No, not that one.
TRUMP'S CAMPAIGN PLAYLIST
Now 100% unlicensed!
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