EMI communications chief steps down
Cathy Cremer, EMI Music UK's Director of Communications, is standing down after sixteen years, with her role not being replaced.…
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Dandys go indie on new release
The Dandy Warhols will release their sixth album, Earth To The Dandy Warhols, through US indie World's Fair after completing their deal with EMI's Capitol.…
Art Brut say EMI didn't tell them about single release
Art Brut say EMI digitally released their single Pump Up The Volume without informing the band, and the single is download-only.…
Tax law change may speed up Chrysalis sale
Chrysalis management is reportedly keen to finalise a sale before April to avoid tax changes that could cost founder Chris Wright £8 million.…
Disney renegotiate EMI distribution deal
Disney will reportedly distribute its future US releases elsewhere, while continuing to use EMI for international distribution.…
BPI chair to stay on
Tony Wadsworth will remain BPI chairman despite leaving EMI UK's top job, after an EGM voted for him to stay on.…
EU commissioner supports copyright term extension
EU Internal Market Commissioner Charlie McCreevy intends to propose extending the European sound recording copyright term from fifty to 95 years.…
Play.com enter the download market with DRM-free MP3s
Play.com launches PlayDigital, selling DRM-free MP3s at 65p a track initially with EMI and independent music only.…
EMI joins Ricall to boost sync income
EMI has signed a global deal with Ricall to add its catalogue to the online licensing platform used by film, TV and advertising clients.…
EMI to release Radiohead hits?
EMI are reportedly planning a Radiohead greatest hits album for April or May, to coincide with the band's tour, despite the band not re-signing with the label.…
Some confusion over Chrysalis bidding
Chrysalis founder Chris Wright may ask some of six reported bidders for detailed offers or open bidding to others, as he is in no rush to sell.…
Albarn: Lily Allen collaboration a bad idea
Damon Albarn says a recent collaboration with Lily Allen, reportedly prompted by EMI, went badly and will not be repeated, and rules out a Blur reunion.…