Memories of MIDEM From A Veterans View
For the past 20 years I have attended MIDEM in the South of France and represented artist, labels and content creators. This year's event was smaller by at least 40 percent over past Midem shows, the show floor was markedly less active with traffic, however this year's show produced more rewards for Independent companies than past shows. There has been an underlying theme across every year that I have attended. Music, video and other content from people of color has been som
iTunes' 69-Cent Discount Songs Drive Chart Positions and Radio Plays -- For a Price
Since its introduction two months ago, the "Great 69¢ Songs" section of Apple's iTunes Store, the company's latest experiment with song discounts at that price and which can be found halfway down the Store's front page, has become one of label executives' most closely watched promotion vehicles. Hit tracks typically sell for $1.29 on the iTunes Store, but labels are finding that promising songs can receive a boost -- at a cost -- after being featured within the section, helpi
Breaking It Down: Bitcoin Units of Measurement
Today we want to spend some time explaining to beginners what the common units of bitcoin measurement are. Just like a $1 bill can be broken down into 100 pennies, bitcoin (the currency) can also be broken down and divided into smaller units. Bitcoin’s ability to do this is crucial for user adoption, and for encouraging practical usage as an everyday currency alternative. This also makes it easier when buying bitcoin; depending on its value at the time, it may be more afforda
