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![]() THREE-STRIKES PETITION HAS OVER 24,000 SIGNATORIES It was set up by a rep of internet service provider TalkTalk who have, of course, been especially vocal in opposing any measures that would force ISPs to take action against persistent file-sharers. The petition is a response, also of course, to the government's Digital Economy Bill, published last week, which includes a provision for suspending the internet connections of those who continue to access illegal sources of music or film content despite warnings. While claiming that persistent file-sharers will hack into others' wi-fi connections to access illegal content, meaning innocent parties will face warning letters and suspension, the main part of the petition focuses on the usual issue associated with three strikes: whether cases will go through a court of law before suspension takes place. It was that issue that caused French three-strike proposals to initially stumble at the country's Constitutional Council, and was also at the heart of uproar in New Zealand when politicians there made three-strikes law. The French government got round it by having a judge rubber stamp any disconnection notices, and by assuring constitutional judges there would be an opportunity for those accused of file-sharing to defend themselves. Whether adding such a nominal judicial element to the UK's three-strikes system would appease objectors I'm not sure, though it's unlikely to appease TalkTalk who'd rather have to never think about what their customers are up to on their servers. The anti-three-strike petition was aided by that Tweeter-In-Chief Stephen Fry. He had previously leant his support to the aforementioned anti-three-strike movement in New Zealand, and earlier this week urged his British followers to sign TalkTalk's petition. Noting that the three-strikes provisions have been pushed through in the main by Peter Mandelson, he tweeted: "Dear Mandy, splendid fellow in many ways, but he is SO WRONG about copyright". Of course Number 10 petitions rarely result in anything much - certainly those tedious political types managed to ignore the last one I put my name to, calling for the National Anthem to be replaced with a Human League track. But organisations like the Open Rights Group have reported tangible increases in membership since the three-strikes proposals were formally put on the parliamentary agenda last week, so opposition to the idea is likely to be even more vocal if and when it reaches the House Of Commons. Meanwhile, BPI boss Geoff Taylor and the Featured Artist Coalition's Jeremy Silver are due to talk on this very issue at an Internet Service Provider Association conference next week, which should be interesting. The FAC have mixed opinions about net suspensions for file-sharers, of course, but the BPI has been spearheading the lobbying activity to get such measures on the statute book. Given most ISPs hate the idea of suspending net users, Taylor could be in for an interesting hour. HEAVEN & HELL MAN HAS CANCER In a statement issued yesterday, Dio's wife Wendy told reporters: "Ronnie has been diagnosed with the early stages of stomach cancer. We are starting treatment immediately at the Mayo Clinic. After he kills this dragon, Ronnie will be back on stage, where he belongs, doing what he loves best, performing for his fans. Thanks to all the friends and fans around the world that have sent well wishes. This has really helped to keep his spirit up. Long live rock and roll, long live Ronnie James Dio". GUARDIAN STUDENT WINNERS But let's take a step back and list, celebrate and congratulate the winners of the Guardian's student media awards for 2009, which are as follows: Reporter Of The Year: Michael Stothard - University Of Cambridge Newspaper Of The Year: Leeds Student - University Of Leeds -------------------------------------------------- 25 RECORDINGS ADDED TO GRAMMY RECORDINGS HALL OF FAME Songs have to be at least 25 years old to enter the Hall Of Fame. The youngest song added to the Hall this time round is Birdland's 'Weather Report' from 1977. Announcing this year's list, the Recording Academy's Neil Portnow told reporters: "These recordings all greatly deserve to be memorialised. The selections are timeless staples that span six decades and represent a wide range of genres from comedy to rock, reggae, jazz and R&B". The comedy, by the way, is George Carlin's 'Class Clown', the 1972 comedy album most notable for the "seven words you can never say on television" routine. The rock, reggae, jazz and R&B can presumably be found somewhere in this list of the other 24 new entrants to the Grammy Hall... Dooley Wilson - As Time Goes By (1944) -------------------------------------------------- FORMER EMI CHIEF GETS HONORARY DEGREE The honorary degree recognises Wadsworth's role in setting up the popular music degree at the university, as well as his general contribution to the good old music business, especially during his 26 year career at EMI, all the way up until the point then new owners Terra Firma kicked him out of the door in possibly their least wise decision since acquiring the major. Confirming the award, the leader of the university's Popular Music course, former Sneaker Pimp Joe Wilson, told reporters: "It is not an exaggeration to say that without the contributions of Tony Wadsworth, the sound and success of British Music around the world would have been radically different. His vision and leadership has led British music to have an international reputation for excitement, creativity and originality". Tony himself added: "This is a real honour and very humbling; but the biggest thrill is to see the passion for music of the first cohort of popular music graduates, as they bring their collective energy to the UK music industry". TAKE THAT BREAK DVD SALES RECORD HMV's Gennaro Castaldo told reporters: "We've had record pre-orders for a music DVD title [for this release] via hmv.com, and now we're seeing a real surge in demand through our stores around the country. This is a phenomenal performance for a non-studio release, and it underlines the band's massive popularity with fans of all ages". -------------------------------------------------- BEYONCE'S CRAZY IN LOVE NAMED BEST SONG OF THE DECADE PUSSYCAT DOLLS DENY SPLIT RUMOURS -------------------------------------------------- Here they are: 18 Apr: Norwich, UEA FLORENCE PREPARES FOR ALBUM #2 Welch told The BBC: "We're recording the second album in January. Got the plan, I just want to start recording as soon as possible". Of course, Flo has had quite a year this year, albeit attracting as many naysayers as she has fans. However, she says she's tried not to let negative comments get to her: "Sometimes I get scared by the exposure, scared by negative criticism but it's something you learn to deal with and take it less personally. When you first get that it's like, 'Why is someone saying something so mean?' But you learn to take it not so personally". -------------------------------------------------- ARCADE FIRE ALBUM COMING NEXT YEAR No further details have yet been announced, but the band's Richard Parry recently told The Quietus, that the band were in a New York studio recording "some strings for some new songs" earlier this month, though he would not say whether or not the songs were intended for a new album. THROATS ANNOUNCE DEBUT ALBUM Get a taste of the action here: www.myspace.com/throatsofgold And here's the album's tracklisting: -------------------------------------------------- MADNESS ANNOUNCE NEW SINGLE -------------------------------------------------- MASSIVE ATTACK ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM Pray For Rain (feat Tunde Adebimpe) JAMIE T FORMS COVERS BAND -------------------------------------------------- HOCKEY TOUR 24 Feb: London, Koko ------------------------------------------------- DAN LE SAC VS SCROOBIUS PIP ANNOUNCE TOUR SINGLE REVIEW: Monsters Of Folk - Whole Lotta Losin (Rough Trade) 'Whole Lotta Losin', the latest single to be taken off of the fantastic eponymous debut, is perfect. True story. And there's something wrong with you if it doesn't make you at least want to nod your head along to its infectious continuation of the lyrics "by and by". Catchy from the first play, the song is upbeat; a folksy, country-tinged epidemic of heroic proportions, and will make you love this band whether you want to or not. TW Physical release: 16 Nov Buy from iTunes GERMAN LIVE INDUSTRY DECLINING According to research by the German Federal Association, revenues in the country's live entertainment sector fell 7% in 2008, while revenues in the live music industry fell by 9%. The stats, a prelim version of which were released at the start of the summer, were formally published at a conference of German concert promoters yesterday. Across the live entertainment sector attendance was down 4%, while revenues were down 7%, despite ticket prices going up 3% on average. Of course 2008 wasn't a great year for any industry, what with the credit crunch and all that, so there's an argument that these stats show the impact of the recession on live events rather than a general decline in the sector. 2009's figures probably won't be any more positive, but some in the sector remain optimistic about live music long term, with some predicting things will pick up next year. -------------------------------------------------- BECAUSE DO IT THEIR WAY The company owns the publishing rights in many of Francois' own hits, most notably 'Comme d'Habitude', a song adopted by Paul Anka to create 'My Way'. That fact gives the firm co-ownership of the English-language version, made famous by Frank Sinatra of course, but covered by a plethora of people, not least Elvis Presley, Celine Dion, Luciano Pavarotti and Sid Vicious. Because has acquired the publisher through a new holding company backed by slightly controversial French internet entrepreneur Xavier Niel, who is the majority shareholder in French net firm Iliad. The holding company have let it be known they plan to acquire other publishing catalogues. NOKIA DO PAN-EUROPEAN DEAL WITH BUMA/STEMRA THIS WEEK'S STUDENT RADIO CHART 1. Chase and Status - End Credits CERYS MATTHEWS GIVES BIRTH back to top |
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