Standard run promotion with Wippit
The Evening Standard is running a promotion with download firm Wippit, giving readers up to 50 free downloads via passwords printed in the paper this week.…
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More merger gossip
Speculation is growing about a possible EMI and Warner Music merger after the EU approved Sony BMG, while Roger Ames may be offered a job at Sony BMG.…
Robbie best of release date confirmed
EMI have confirmed a Robbie Williams best of for 18 October, featuring two new songs, one of which also appears on the Bridget Jones soundtrack.…
Clear Channel considers launching record label
According to the New York Post, US radio giant Clear Channel is considering setting up its own record label, possibly by acquiring smaller labels.…
Majors pursue Napster lawsuit against BMG after judge refuses dismissal
US judge Marilyn Hall Patel refused to dismiss Universal and EMI's case against BMG's parent Bertelsmann and Hummer Winblad over their funding of the original Napster.…
Shapeshifter's 'Lola's Theme' heading for number one
EMI's dance label Postiva look set for another number one with Shapeshifter's 'Lola's Theme', which is outselling Morrissey and Rachel Stevens this week.…
Government launch a music manifesto
The government launched a Music Manifesto strategy for music education at Abbey Road, backed by the Music Business Forum, MPA, PPL, BPI, EMI and MTV.…
Parlophone deny Jamelia death threat stories
EMI label Parlophone denied reports that Jamelia pulled out of Party in the Park Birmingham because of death threats, saying European tour commitments were the reason.…
More merger nonsense
Reports suggest EMI is seriously considering a merger with Warner Music, which may involve selling off Warner Chappell to win EU approval.…
EMI not merging with Warners, OK?
EMI denies reports it is considering a merger with Warner Music, saying no discussions are under way and that it can compete successfully without a tie-up.…
EMI plan to super distribute tracks via mobile
EMI is planning a mobile service allowing users to download tracks and pass them on, with recipients able to preview them but paying to keep them.…
Guardian to release EMI artists' Glasto sets
EMI will make recordings of its artists' Glastonbury performances available to download via the Guardian's website, including sets by The Bees, Starsailor, Air and the Chemical Brothers.…