Category Archives: arts and entertainment

Ding Dong, The Witch Is Dead

Actually, she just quit her job.

RIAA Chief Rosen Quits
She led music industry’s antipiracy campaign.
By Agam Shah

“Hilary Rosen, chief executive officer of the Recording Industry Association of America, will step down from her post by the end of this year, the organization says.”

Big enemy of music-swapping resigns

“NEW YORK (AP) — Hilary Rosen, the U.S. recording industry’s head lobbyist who waged a high-profile battle against Napster and music piracy, is resigning at the end of the year.”

The Beat Goes On

Web Radio Expected to Keep Playing
Last-minute legislation permits negotiated royalty rates for small Webcasters.
By Michelle Madigan

"WASHINGTON — Small Webcasters expect to keep streaming their music, with Congress giving them a break on the royalty rates imposed on online radio stations."