The Recording Industry Association of America has launched a new legal assault on digital radio in Washington, D.C. The “Perform Act of 2006” effectively hamstrings the ongoing growth and development of nascent digital satellite and Internet radio businesses, according to industry watchdogs, in the name of protecting musicians’ and recording companies’ property rights and leveling the playing field for traditional radio broadcasters.
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Sad Song for Streaming MP3, Satellite Radio
Posted by: Andrew K. Burger June 1, 2006 05:00 AMThe Recording Industry Association of America has launched a new legal assault on digital radio in Washington, D.C. The “Perform Act of 2006” effectively hamstrings the ongoing growth and development of nascent digital satellite and Internet radio businesses, according to industry watchdogs, in the name of protecting musicians’ and recording companies’ property rights and leveling the playing field for traditional radio broadcasters.