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Month: February 2015

Super Bowl 2015: Missy Elliott wins the streaming race

Posted on February 2, 2015 by Anna Washenko

This year’s Super Bowl Halftime Show had everything: elaborate sets, spectacular costumes, and singing sharks. Thanks to Spotify, it also has some fun data about the performers. Continue Reading →

News Spotify

German listeners still buy a lot of CDs

Posted on February 2, 2015 by Anna Washenko

Germany’s music sector generated revenue of €1.48 billion in 2014, according to the Federal Association of the Music Industry’s year-in-review. That total marked a roughly 1.8% increase from 2013. Continue Reading →

News Germany, international, streaming

Pureplay of the Day: Barock Music

Posted on February 2, 2015 by Anna Washenko

In browsing Radionomy sites for some new listening, we couldn’t help pausing at the name “Barock Music.” Is this a pun from someone who considers Bach and his contemporaries rock stars? Or is it simply the unintentional consequence of Google Translate for the French station? Whatever the source of the name, the music selections are worth a listen in their own right. Continue Reading →

News Pureplay of the Day

Spotify reportedly drops plans for Russian launch

Posted on February 2, 2015 by Anna Washenko

Spotify has reportedly canceled its plans to expand into Russia. The streaming service had hired former Google exec Alexander Kubaneishvili to lead its push into the region, but he told Russian outlet RBC that the company is no longer pursuing that market. Continue Reading →

News international, Spotify

Albums: Not Your Best Entertainment Value

Posted on February 2, 2015 by Kurt Hanson

by Kurt Hanson

RAIN’s founding editor Kurt Hanson observes dwindling CD sales, and compares other entertainment costs. Then, a three-step plan for the music industry. Continue Reading →

Kurt Hanson's Blog, Opinion & Features, Thought Leaders Kurt Hanson

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