Classical music streaming company Idagio has inked a deal to add Warner Classics’ catalog to its service. The Warner music, including new releases and its back catalog, will join the more than 650,000 tracks already available on Idagio. Warner Classics will also help create playlists for listeners that feature its material. Continue Reading
On the Move tracks hires, promotions, and other notable personnel changes within the online audio industry. Today’s moves find two former Viacom execs taking up new posts at ASCAP and at Warner/Chappell. Continue Reading
On the Move tracks hires, promotions, and other notable personnel changes within the online audio industry. Today’s moves include an interim hire for Vevo and two promotions at major label divisions. Continue Reading
Facebook has allegedly had early discussions about working with the major music labels. According to a report by The Verge, the social network has expressed an interest in getting involved with the music industry, but it is still unsure what form that interest might take. It has reportedly spoken with Sony Music Entertainment, Universal Music Group, and Warner Music Group. Continue Reading
The five most-read articles of last week. Is the streaming-music business model fundamentally broken? (This was also our most-linked article.) iTunes Radio and Pandora: who is slaying whom? Lew Dickey (CEO, Cumulus) speaks out about streaming. Shazam starts a record label. More. Continue Reading