Featuring the latest from SoundExchange, iTunes vs. UMG and HMV vs. iTunes and TuneCore gets Public Enemy

SoundExchange’s latest offer just a “stay of execution”
No internet radio stations are not very impressed – nor are most people covering the story – here’s one sample:
Ars Technica

Here’s what we think: The Internet radio “Day of Silence” last week caught the attention of the media, listeners, and most importantly, Congress. SoundExchange knows that if July 15 rolls around without some sort of reprieve, many stations will shut down, and legislators may turn on. In fact, that was the warning given by Rep. Inslee just last week.

The cynical viewpoint, then, is that SoundExchange would rather drag out this drama and win by attrition.

Digital Media Association Rejects SoundExchange’s “Stay Of Execution” – Hypebot

iTunes vs. Universal Music Group
The wondering was over whether UMG would or wouldn’t pull their catalogue from iTunes – looks like they won’t for now but everything seems up in the air still as they will provide their music on a month to month basis essentially.
Wow…Is The Sky Really Falling? – Coolfer

HMV To Undercut iTunes With “DRM-free” Music Downloads – Digital Lifestyles

Public Enemy Taps Tunecore Digital Distribution Play – Digital Music News

Not industry news at all but I’d feel dirty making a separate post just about this but:
Chantal accuses Avril of crossing ‘ethical line’
oooooooooooooooooooooooooo!!!!!!!!
While else where – Avril Sued – For Plagiarism!!!

Truth be told I still feel dirty but….