88tc88 inks deal to license Western music in China
Berlin-based company 88tc88 and Shanghai Synergy Entertainment & Culture Group (SSCEG) have signed a deal that gives 88tc88 exploitation rights for musical works from third parties for commercial use in Greater China.
Friday, July 30, 2010Read more
Ustream inks deal with Japanese rights societies
San Francisco-based live video-hosting service Ustream has concluded comprehensive agreements with three Japanese music-rights societies: JASRAC, Japan Rights Clearance and e-License.
Friday, July 9, 2010Read more
Good Charamel signs 3 Japanese bands
Buffalo, N.Y.-based label Good Charamel – founded by Goo Goo Dolls bassist Robby Takac -- has signed three up-and-coming Japanese bands.
Friday, July 2, 2010Read more
Monteiro named UMG Southeast Asia president
Asian music-business veteran Sandy Monteiro has been named Universal Music Group (UMG) president, Southeast Asia, effective July 1.
Thursday, July 1, 2010Read more
CCC cancels HMV Japan buyout deal
Tokyo-based Culture Convenience Club (CCC), operator of music and video retail/rental chain Tsutaya, said June 30 that it has abandoned its plan to buy HMV Japan.
Wednesday, June 30, 2010Read more
