Tag Archives: Streaming

Why Apple Music Doesn't Stand a Chance Against Spotify…

Posted on July 2, 2015 by Paul Carr

This is a bit of a bizarre post by Digital Music News (see below) – stating that Apple Music does not stand a chance against Spotify – then giving no reason!! I started my 3 month free trail yesterday – … Continue reading →

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Some Sensible Words from Taylor Swift on Apple Music

Posted on June 21, 2015 by Paul Carr

I have to say – sensible words from Taylor Swift (See below). Apple’s mentality is very similar to some other parts of the industry: support bands being asked to play for free, young bands being asked to play for experience, … Continue reading →

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Sonos keen to support Apple Music alongside Spotify and other rivals |

Posted on June 17, 2015 by Paul Carr

If ever there was a case of ‘technological determinism’ driving the music industry – this is it. See the recent article in The Guardian below Sonos keen to support Apple Music alongside Spotify and other rivals | Technology | The … Continue reading →

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Apple Music: Are we on the verge of indi labels getting no royalties for three months

Posted on June 16, 2015 by Paul Carr

As we move toward the launch of Apple music, I am trying to understand what will happen during the free three month trail period to indi artists? According to a recent article, Apple sent a ‘take it or leave it’ … Continue reading →

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Leaked Contract: Apple Music Pays No Royalties For Free Account Plays

Posted on June 12, 2015 by Paul Carr

Off the back of the few posts I have made this week – this one is the most disturbing. While I love the idea of giving the new Apple Music service a try out before paying – to hear that … Continue reading →

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Apple Music talks investigated for potential anti-competitive behaviour

Posted on June 10, 2015 by Paul Carr

The new Apple streaming service is getting more interesting by the second. According to an article in the Guardian – they are now being investigated for anti competitive behaviour. Could we be experiencing a similar situation to the ‘payola’ situation … Continue reading →

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Apple Music Finally Unveiled

Posted on June 9, 2015 by Paul Carr

So, Apple have eventually entered the streaming market. It appears that they are now attempting to develop an ‘all in one’ platform that facilities users to access all of their content in one place. What I am interested in is … Continue reading →

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