Archive for November, 2011

“Let’s keep the music special, fuck Spotify” »

By on Nov 17, 2011 in Competitive Awareness, Featured | 0 Comments

Stream Wars have flared up again and the world of digital music is in turmoil. The recent round of streaming-bashing originated in a study by NPD group and NARM. Words were harsh “Spotify is detrimental to music purchasing”, the study says. In the words of the researchers, the new digital music climate makes it easier for consumers [...]

Coldplay snubs streaming services – what does it mean? »

By on Nov 11, 2011 in Featured | 2 Comments

Far too long since last update. Here’s a quick one just to get back in the game. Since last I wrote, Coldplay have stirred up some emotions as they refused to license their latest release Mylo Xyloto to streaming music services such as Spotify and rdio. The reason, of course, is the fear that licensing [...]