Jazz News

Hollywood's Control Freaks

Source: Michael Ricci
August 18, 2009

The studios' desire to manage how people use their products can create obstacles to new technologies that could increase consumption.

Hollywood won a long-sought victory last week when the World Trade Organization ordered the Chinese government to stop monopolizing the distribution of films, DVDs and other media within its borders. The WTO ruling, which China may still appeal, should be a boon to competition and freedom in that country's market for entertainment. But recent developments in the U.S. show that ...

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iLike Challenge App Now Available on App Store

Source: Just Roots PR
August 18, 2009

iLike announced the availability of the iLike Challenge App on the App Store. The iLike Challenge App for iPhone and iPod touch tests how quickly music fans can listen to, and correctly identify, songs from a host of Sony Music superstars including Britney Spears, Sean Kingston and Kenny Chesney.

We are delighted to be working with iLike to help its enthusiastic community enjoy Sony Music's artists in an innovative new way on iPhone and iPod touch Michael Paull-- ...

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Canadian Internet Policy and Public Interest Clinic to Facilitate Grassroots Advocacy

Source: Just Roots PR
August 18, 2009

The Canadian Internet Policy and Public Interest Clinic (CIPPIC) of the University of Ottawa, has launched a new website aimed at facilitating digital advocacy.

DigitalAgenda.ca is CIPPIC's response to the government's recent commitment to develop and pursue a strategy for Canada to regain its leadership role in the global digital economy.

The focus of DigitalAgenda.ca will shift as different issues arise. Its primary initial focus will be the ongoing copyright consultation.

“DigitalAgenda.ca will provide a venue for Canadians to learn ...

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Woodstock and a Brief History of the Music Festival

Source: Michael Ricci
August 18, 2009

With the fortieth anniversary of the Woodstock Music & Arts Festival and the upcoming movie Taking Woodstock by director Ang Lee, media outlets have been congested with coverage of the historic event. With such an occasion, lets look into the importance of Woodstock and the history of the music festival prior to Woodstock.

A music festival by definition is a social event that includes music while incorporating other social pursuits and community oriented events. The first music festival can be ...

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Gerald Clayton: Meet the Band

Source: Michael Ricci
August 18, 2009

Two Shade, the debut release from pianist Gerald Clayton features interactive, dynamic trio playing. This week, we'll meet the band which consists of Joe Sanders on bass, and Justin Brown on drums.

Joseph Sanders, was raised with the sound of the Church, and he showed interest at an early age in the bass. In middle school, since there was only a classical program, Sanders switched from electric to Double Bass. Upon receiving a scholarship for inner-city youth, he was entitled ...

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Swing on Down to New York Town! Capital of Jazz!

Source: Michael Ricci
August 18, 2009

New York City's place in the history of Jazz is second to none. Just look at the length of the list provided by the New York Times of this week's jazz offerings; HOWARD ALDEN AND WARREN VACH (Thursday) Mr. Alden, a nimble guitarist, teams up here with Mr. Vach, a soulful cornetist. Both musicians are trustworthy stewards of jazz traditions, and their history together runs deep. At 8 p.m., Bargemusic, Fulton Ferry Landing next to the Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn, (718) ...

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The Orchard Reports Revenue Increase of 13% in Second Quarter 2009 as Compared to Second Quarter 2008

Source: Just Roots PR
August 18, 2009

The Orchard reported financial results for the second quarter of 2009.

Second Quarter Results

For the second quarter of 2009, revenues were $15.1 million, compared to $13.4 million for the second quarter of 2008, an increase of 13%.

The Orchard’s gross profit margin was 27% in the second quarter of 2009, as compared to 26% in the second quarter of 2008.

As of June 30, 2009, there were approximately 1.5 million music tracks available for sale, an increase of 29% ...

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2009 AAJ Orchestra Concert Photos

Source: Michael Ricci
August 17, 2009

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