Category archives: Music Modernization Act

Music Modernization Act passed by the US House of Representatives

‘We are grateful that lawmakers in the House worked to update our nation’s copyright laws for the digital age’
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A Supersized Music Modernization ‘Mega-Act’ Is Being Introduced Into Congress

The Music Modernization Act is now a supersized piece of music reform.  But will musicians finally receive their fair share? Updated (Wed. Apr. 11th): The bill has already moved into the general House of Representatives, thanks to a solid 32-0 vot…

Latest Industry: Ikea, Google, YouTube, Hackers, Congress, Live Nation, Deezer

Doubling down on Bluetooth speakers. Ikea will bring two Bluetooth speaker models to the US and the UK.  Called the Ikea ENEBY, the speakers measure 20 x 20 or 30 x 30 and come in white, gray, or black.  This marks the first time that the Swe…

‘If you put a woman in charge of anything, sh*t gets done.’

Top music lawyer Dina LaPolt’s story – and her take on the biggest issues faced by the music business today
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3 Major Problems With the Music Modernization Act

Can the Music Modernization Act truly treat independent songwriters and composers fairly? What exactly does the Music Modernization Act do?  According to multiple politicians as well as music organizations, the bill will simplify digital licensing…