New industry networking organisation launches
A new networking organisation, MusicTank, set up by AIM, BPI, MPA, MPG and others, launches at Soho House on 9 April.…
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AIM appoint new legal man
The Association of Independent Music has appointed Michael Fuller as Head of Legal and Business, replacing Helen Smith who left for Impala.…
Vivendi's entertainments chief quits
Barry Diller has quit as chief executive of Vivendi Universal's US entertainment unit, fuelling speculation that the group will sell its entertainment operations.…
Beat head of music takes on Capital challenge
Mark Findlay, head of music at Beat 106, is moving to Capital's London HQ to revamp the music policy of Capital FM.…
Former RI:SE double act booked for Radio 1 show
Colin Murray and Edith Bowman will co-host a new Saturday morning Radio 1 show from 29 March, replacing Scott Mills' weekend programme.…
Family of Great White guitarist set up foundation
The parents of Great White guitarist Ty Longley have set up a memorial foundation to benefit the victims of the Rhode Island fire, funded partly by a tribute album.…
Palumbo stands down at Ministry
James Palumbo is quitting as chief executive of Ministry of Sound, with chief operating officer Mark Rodol taking over and Palumbo staying on part-time.…
Johnny and Denise to return together
The Daily Mirror reports that Johnny Vaughan and Denise Van Outen may reunite to co-host a new chat show, following the Big Breakfast duo's successful run.…
Capital relaunches Gold breakfast
Capital Gold is relaunching its breakfast show, fronted by Mick Brown and sponsored by Telewest, which will also sponsor shows on Century FM and BRMB.…
Clear Channel appoint lobbyists to fight Feingold's campaign
Clear Channel has appointed two former government advisers as Washington-based Directors of Government, amid growing political pressure from Senator Russ Feingold.…
Blur confirm live guitarist
Blur have confirmed former Verve guitarist Simon Tong will play live with them later this year, having played with the band at a gig on Friday.…
Pop Idol agony aunt news
Will Young will guest present Radio 1's Sunday Surgery later this month, as part of the BBC's Hitting Home season on domestic violence.…