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MUMBAI: The roll out of highly awaited FM Phase III auctions is slowly and gradually reaching its destination. The infant radio industry has overcome major challenges and is on its way of expansion. After witnessing months of speculation over different issues, the Union Cabinet approved the decisions of the Empowered Group of Ministers (EGoM) regarding amendments in the policy guidelines for expansion of FM radio broadcasting services through private agencies.
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MUMBAI: Making music for ‘Apna Bombay Talkies’ has been the toughest challenge for me so far, said composer Amit Trivedi. The song that is a tribute to 100 years of Indian cinema has unfortunately not been applauded by the audience, in spite of being rendered by acclaimed singers. The sole inspiration was to try and fit the different eras of Hindi cinema from the 1930s till date in one song. We had to include the style of KL Saigal to Kishore Kumar, Lata Mangheskar to Bappi Lahiri and from Shaan to Sonu Nigam,” Trivedi told Radioandmusic.com.
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MUMBAI: Radio City has once again ranked among the top five companies list in the ‘Great Places to Work’ - Rewards & Recognition category. The radio station, that has consistently represented the media & entertainment sector on the list is featured, alongside companies like Intel, American Express and NTPC.
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MUMBAI: In its zest to engage listeners and create innovative content for Maharashtra Day, Big FM Mumbai recognized and applauded three listeners. Under the initiative ‘Maharashtra Ki Asli Pehchaan’, the station felicitated three listeners who were nominated for their contribution towards the betterment of the society. The awards encouraged values like honesty, simplicity, respect for women and the urge to serve.
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MUMBAI: Sales of compilation music in the UK market have increased significantly. New sales data from the Official Charts Company has revealed there was a 7.2 percent rise in 2012. During 2012, ?20.6m of compilation albums were sold. Compilation albums make up a fifth of all UK albums sold. Growth has also continued into 2013 with sales increasing by 11.8 per cent in the first three months of this year. The most popular compilations include the ubiquitous ‘Now That's What I Call Music’ series as well as specialist volumes.
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MUMBAI: Aiming to bring together fans and rising YouTube stars from across the globe, Branded Ltd has announced Digital and Music Matters 2013 with a YouTube fanfest powered by HP. The two night fest will be held in Singapore and showcase a roster of over 20 global sensations. The YouTube stars performing at the fest have a combined subscriber base of 12.5 million and over 2.5 billion views. The fest will showcase live performances and live debuts of new content along with an interactive meet and greet session between stars and fans.
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MUMBAI: The first salvos are fired in the supposed $40 billion lawsuit between the late Michael Jackson’s family and his promoters, AEG Live. Jackson, 50, died in June 2009, while preparing for his comeback ‘This Is It’ tour promoted by AEG Live. Jackson, had been lying low since his damaging court room battle on child molestation charges case in 2005 for which he was acquitted and from a mountain of debt.
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MUMBAI: Being the second television venture of print major Matrubhumi Group, Kappa music was launched amidst big plans with a focus on specific music based shows. While the channel has witnessed a fairly positive response after two months of its launch, it’s also trying to gain a foothold in Kerala to understand the viewers mind.
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MUMBAI: Within hours after launching, ‘Get Lucky’ skyrocketed to #1 in 55 markets. That’s not all, the song shattered Spotify records in its ascent to become the most streamed track in its first day in the US and UK, and set the record for the biggest release day stream count for any single globally on Deezer! The single, with vocals by Williams and guitar by its co-writer Nile Rodgers of Chic, will be on Daft Punk’s “Random Access Memories” album.
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MUMBAI: Internet and mobile radio have been two platforms witnessing a steady growth in the age of digital expansion. With music being more frequently consumed across these platforms, the few internet radio players in the space including Radiowalla, are now seeing their success stories being written in various aspects.
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MUMBAI: Intex Technologies, one of the fastest growing mobile phones, IT Accessories and electronic products company with over a decade of lineage as technology innovators today announced the national launch of its first 3G enabled Dual core tablet i-Buddy Connect 3G. The 7-inch dual SIM tablet provides speedy connectivity while video conferencing & browsing through internet and is preloaded with Educlass: a smart school application with curriculum for K12. Placed at a competitive price point of 9,990; this tablet is a suitable choice for students and youngsters across nation.
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MUMBAI: IPRS, Indian Performing Rights Society, hosted a one of its kind landmark event aimed at read more
MUMBAI: Xiaomi India, a global technology brand renowned for its innovation, today announced a stread more
MUMBAI: UK-based audio software company DataMind Audio is launching its flagship plugin, The Combread more
MUMBAI: Ultra Media & Entertainment Group today announced the launch of a ground breaking bouread more
MUMBAI: Swastik announces the expansion of its digital leadership team with the appointment of Jiread more
MUMBAI: Mumbai-based rap sensation MC Altaf, a trailblazing figure in India’s burgeoning hip-hop scene, today released his highly anticipated debut...read more
MUMBAI: Juju Baby Music – operating under the banner of Artium Originals - is excited to announce the release of its newest EP, ‘Folk Outta The Box...read more
