A few weeks ago I posted a back-of-the-napkin comparison of the effective rate paid per listen for digital downloads (like iTunes sales) versus that paid for music service streams (like Spotify, MOG, Rdio, Deezer listens).  This post got a bit of attention from sources like MusicAlly, The Music Void, slammed by the Musical Disconnect, and [...]

On numerous occasions over the past few months we have heard news of labels and artists disappointed with the monies they are receiving from Spotify. Since Spotify is really just one of the music services alive and kicking on the planet these days (alongside Rhapsody, MOG, Rdio, Deezer, and others), its worth investigating this matter [...]

UPDATE: While the terms of service for Spotify have not changed (within which they describe a six-month limit on the free service), the company has announced the following: Well, it’s now been 9 months since we launched in the US. Time sure flies when you’re having fun! To celebrate, here’s some great news… We’ve been [...]

I recently gave a presentation as part of CISAC’s 2011 World Copyright Summit in Brussels. Many thanks to the Emmanuel Legrand and Marianne Rollet for their invitation to participate in and present at this event. A “lean back” version of the presentation is below. Sorry, I haven’t had time to do a voiceover. A number [...]