Anna Washenko
- Copyrights & Legal , News
- October 23, 2019
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IFPI and WIN to launch centralized data exchange service next year
The IFPI and Worldwide Independent Network (WIN) announced a new deal that will see the two parties collaborate on a system for collecting recording industry data. The Repertoire Data Exchange, or RDx, is a centralized industry data exchange service that will allow record companies and music licensing companies (MLCs) to manage their recording rights.
- Metrics & Research
- December 7, 2018
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Indie music report finds streaming revenue up 46% in 2017
The Worldwide Independent Network has released its third annual report on the role of indies in the global music market. The top-line takeaway is that independents are now responsible for 39.9% of global recorded music. Indie music generated global revenue of $6.9 billion in 2017.
- News
- March 7, 2018
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Indies seek a share of major labels’ eventual Spotify stock proceeds; Sony agrees
Spotify’s latest strides toward a direct public offering has led to some speculation around how the labels that own stakes in the streaming company will distribute their windfall. But independent artists and labels are looking for more assurance that they won’t be shortchanged.
- News
- June 24, 2015
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Indies sign on to Apple Music following free trial royalty reversal
Multiple major independent groups have voiced support for Apple Music following the tech company’s choice to pay royalties during the free trial period of its upcoming streaming service, with many signing contracts that reflect that new policy. WIN, Beggars Group, Merlin, and IMPALA are all joining the bandwagon.
Brad HillIndie labels escalate fight with Google over streaming
In the latest update of a standoff between Google’s YouTube platform and organizations of independent music labels, the labels are escalating the argument to the British and Belgian governments. The complaint centers around YouTube’s “bullying and intimidating behavior” during contract negotiations for a new YouTube music service.
Deepening Dispute: YouTube and indie labels still at loggerheads
Last week we reported on the acrimonious negotiations between Google’s YouTube and Worldwide Independent Network (WIN), a consortium of small music labels around the world. The talks, which anticipate a new music-only service from YouTube, have deteriorated — signified by a formal public statement from WIN.
