Take That tracks to take musical turn
A stage musical using Take That's back catalogue, licensed from EMI, will tell the story of a tribute band, touring in August before a West End run.…
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EMI deny Beatles digital release imminent
EMI has reportedly denied that a digital release of The Beatles catalogue is imminent, after download platform Wippit posted a headline suggesting otherwise.…
Bronfman wants to meet EMI chief
According to The Observer, Warner Music chief Edgar Bronfman Jnr has asked to meet EMI's chairman and possibly its CEO to discuss a sweetened takeover bid.…
Former The Band drummer sues ad agency over use of The Weight
Former The Band drummer Levon Helm is suing an ad agency over the use of 'The Weight' in a TV commercial, claiming he was not adequately compensated.…
Parlophone employ new mobile ad model for Lily
EMI label Parlophone has used a pay-per-click mobile advertising model for a Lily Allen screensaver promotion, booked through New Visions.…
EMI publishing vice-chair stands down
Robert Flax is stepping down as Vice Chairman of EMI Music Publishing, following the departure of Marty Bandier and Roger Faxon becoming sole CEO.…
Capital Gold to broadcast Legendary Labels shows
Capital Gold will broadcast a seven-part documentary series on legendary record labels from 18 March, alongside a Universal compilation released next month.…
Caroline to distribute Rough Trade in the US
EMI's US indie distributor Caroline will handle Rough Trade releases in the States via World's Fair Label Group, including Jarvis Cocker and Brakes.…
Hawthorne Heights win partial victory against Victory Records
A Chicago judge has ruled Hawthorne Heights' contract with Victory Records is not exclusive, so they could sign to EMI, though other claims were dismissed.…
AIM responds to Ministry Of Sound's letters
AIM has formally responded to Ministry Of Sound's open letters over the IMPALA and Warner deal, but will not issue a public open letter in return.…
EMI knocks back latest Warner offer
EMI has rejected Warner Music's latest takeover offer of 260p a share, calling it inadequate and citing regulatory uncertainty.…
AIM to consider IMPALA/Warner deal in detail next week
AIM held an internal board meeting on the IMPALA/Warner agreement and will conclude its discussions at its regular monthly board meeting the following week, chair Alison Wenham says.…