Sales: Thank You Edition

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Yes, this week’s SoundScan report was heavily influenced by the Grammy telecast (2/13) and the holiday of hearts. Country album sales climbed 10% over the previous week, all-genre sales jumped 12%. But it can all be summed up in three words, “Need You Now.”

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Two-Screen Viewing Enhances TV Experience

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How many nights a week do you sit in front of the TV with a mobile device in your hand or a notebook computer in your lap? Well, marketers are on to you—and they’ve named it “two-screen viewing.” A new study by Deloitte’s media and entertainment group shows that three-quarters of television viewers are also […]

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SESAC Ups Jungmichel

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SESAC has named Scott Jungmichel Vice President, Royalty Distribution & Research Services. Formerly Associate Vice President, Jungmichel will be responsible for the distribution of both domestic and international royalties to SESAC’s affiliates. Jungmichel will also oversee SESAC’s royalty administration processes including works registration, performance data collection, and royalty calculations for all performance types. Jungmichel began his career with SESAC […]

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DISClaimer Single Reviews (2/23/11)

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Music City is Boys Town today. The ladies are evidently taking the week off, since every platter here on the reviewing desk comes from a solo male. Let the testosterone festival begin.

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Brantley Gilbert Signs With Valory

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The Valory Music Co. has signed country rocker Brantley Gilbert. His first single for the label will impact radio in April with an album to follow later in the year. With two albums to his credit, Gilbert has been building a career through previous label home Average Joe’s Entertainment. His most recent release, Halfway to […]

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