Newsmakers

BECIL clueless about monitoring service, AROI frames self-regulation policy

by Sound Box Team (March 15, 2013)

Radio broadcasters have been pushing viagra for free news but monitoring of content has been a hurdle for the ministry to allow broadcast of news. The Government decided that Association of Radio Operators for India (AROI) will work jointly with Broadcast Engineering … READ MORE >>

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Padmanabhan quits EMI, joins Universal Music Publishing

by Sound Box (February 20, 2013)

Padmanabhan NS called it quits with EMI Music India as senior new media marketing manager. Industry rumours have confirmed that he is joining Universal Music Publishing India. After working with EMI Music for five years, he will be taking care of local Artiste & Repertoire section at Universal Music … READ MORE >>

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SIMCA Inks Deal with YouTube

by Ria Shah (January 29, 2013)

30 music labels down South, part of South Indian Music Companies Association (SIMCA) and a few non-members will now be able to monetise their catalogue on YouTube as the consortium enters into a deal with the internet giant. The deal … READ MORE >>

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Radio Mirchi, Red FM and Radio City go off-air in Delhi

by Sound Box (January 7, 2013)

The fire that broke out on Saturday in Pitampura TV Tower in the capital has adversely disrupted the transmission of All India Radio and other private FM channels. The services of players like Radio Mirchi, Radio City, Red FM, Gyan … READ MORE >>

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PPL’s New Year revenue hit as 60% shows get cancelled

by Swagata Panjari (January 7, 2013)

buy cheap cialis online “300″ height=”300″ />   As the tragic Delhi rape case shook the whole country, the buzz on live music scene was equally low during the New Year’s Eve. The apex licensing arm Phonographic Performance Ltd (PPL) … READ MORE >>

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Ganesh Jain is new IMI chairman

by Sound Box (September 27, 2012)

Ganesh Jain has been elected chairman of the   IMI & PPL for 2012-2013. “It’s an honour to get nominated and elected for such position and I am humbled and deeply touch by this decision. I have a great passion for … READ MORE >>

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India remembers Mohd Rafi on his 32nd death anniversary

by Sound Box (July 31, 2012)

On Thursday, 31 July 1980, Mohammand Rafi, India’s most beloved playback singer died at 10:50 p.m., following a heart attack. Today is 32 years since he left us. His last song was Shaam phir kyun udaas hai dost (Aas Paas), which he … READ MORE >>

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Percept to take Sunburn to Singapore, Colombo, Jakarta

by Sound Box (July 23, 2012)

Former PDM head Manuj Agarwal has returned to Percept to head its entertainment venture Percept Live. The division will handle all the IPs created and owned by the Percept Group, including IPs in the live entertainment, sports, celebrity management, digital … READ MORE >>

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Rahman composes for Olympics 2012

by Sound Box (July 2, 2012)

A R Rahman is composing a Punjabi song for the Olympics, set to take place on July 27, 2012 in London. The music maestro is penning a song celebrating the Indian influence in Britain. Rahman is teaming up with Danny … READ MORE >>

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Paying a tribute to Michael Jackson (August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009)

by Sound Box (June 25, 2012)

It’s been three years today since the King of Pop left this world and left everyone in tears. In his memory today, we list ten rare, interesting facts about him: 1) For the purposes of beauty and longevity, Michael Jackson … READ MORE >>

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“IPRS will have to change its membership, law and constitution” – Javed Akhtar

by Anita Iyer (June 25, 2012)

He kept the entire music industry glued to the Rajya Sabha proceedings during his 20 minute speech on the Copyright Amendment Bill. “We got very emotional seeing Javedji speak in the House. It was a proud moment for authors and … READ MORE >>

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Musem to be set up in memory of Mehdi Hassan

by Sound Box (June 18, 2012)

Karachi Metro-politan Corporation (KMC) has announced to establish a museum and music library in memory of great singer Mehdi Hassan, where his personal belongings will be displayed along with the collection of memorable songs and ghazals sung by the maestro. … READ MORE >>

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Metal band Korn set for an India tour

by Sound Box (June 18, 2012)

Metal heads have a reason to rejoice, yet again! The members of American metal band Korn have set a date with India. Already familiar with Indian fans through Facebook, they are set to enthrall their fans with live performances in … READ MORE >>

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Ghazal maestro Mehdi Hassan passes away

by Sound Box (June 14, 2012)

Ghazal maestro Mehdi Hassan passed away yesterday on 13 June 2012, in Karachi, following multiple organ failure at the age of 84. He was known for his rendition of hits such as Gulon Main Rang Bhare, Patta patta, boota boota … READ MORE >>

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Crux of Copyright (Amendment) Act

by Anita Iyer (June 14, 2012)

Adv Hardeep Singh Anand, Managing Partner, JNA Law throws light about the Copyright (Amendment) Act, 2012.   The bill is silent on its periodicity – is it retrospective or prospective. What happens to current exploitation of past works? Though the … READ MORE >>

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Shankar Mahadevan croons with Stevie Wonder

by Sound Box (May 8, 2012)

The General Assembly Hall of the United Nations Building, New York came alive when Shankar Mahadevan was invited to perform the grand finale with the music legend and multiple Grammy Award winner, Stevie Wonder and other leading global jazz musicians … READ MORE >>

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A R Rahman awarded a doctorate in Ohio

by Sound Box (May 8, 2012)

AR Rahman, India’s Oscar- and Grammy-winning music composer, received Miami University’s honorary doctorate on May 5. The ceremony was held at the Yager Stadium situated near the university’s Oxford, Ohio campus. The honour was bestowed upon him as a part … READ MORE >>

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Brett Lee’s establishes music therapy center in Delhi

by Sound Box (May 8, 2012)

Mewsic, an NGO established by Australian cricketer Brett Lee had commenced operations in 2011 in the slums of Dharavi. Having had humble beginnings, Mewsic has now expanded its operations by establishing a branch in Delhi and also narrowing its focus … READ MORE >>

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