CMU’s One Liners: Universal Music, Isle Of Wight Festival, Garth Brooks, more | Complete Music Update

To the surprise of no one, the Columbia chief lands the Sony CEO gig, as Doug Morris moves upstairs and a search begins for Rob Stringer's replacement.
With the rise of the Internet of Things and the increasing connectivity of smart home technologies, the way in which the industry operates in relation to consumers is changing, as music streaming and discovery become increasingly integrated into homes. _______________________________ Guest post by Beth Kotz The steady march of progress…
Kanye West said he and Jay Z would not be able to make ‘Watch the Throne 2’ because of "Tidal/Apple bullshit" at a concert in Seattle.
Harry Shearer accuses Vivendi of deliberate under-payment of royalties
Attention music shoppers: Some of those random sellers atop the price search listings on Amazon — you know, the ones offering CDs for a few cents less than Amazon while still boasting the "Fulfillment By Amazon" (FBA) button — may be too good to be true. Independent music trade organization A2IM issued a warning on Tuesday (Oct. 18) alleging a possible rash of counterfeiting across the mega-retailer, with rights holders and labels getting the shaft.
Garth Brooks, the last superstar artist to hold out on music streaming, has inked a deal with Amazon.
After a 50th anniversary edition that saw attendance dip 20 percent following a shift in timing and leadership, organizers at Midem are looking to right the ship with the creation of a new advisory board comprised of top executive from across the music industry.
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