Chris Leo Palermino

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Hulu nabs exclusive rights to Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, TNT, and TBS

The video streaming service Hulu announced that it will be the exclusive platform to watch shows from Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, TBS and TNT.

Entertainment News

April 23, 2015

Ed Sheeran hits 2 billion streams on Spotify

The British singer/songwriter becomes just the second artist to reach the milestone, joining rapper Eminem.

Music News

April 23, 2015

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John Lennon’s solo career is coming to a turntable near you in new vinyl box set

Eight John Lennon records get a new vinyl release in commemoration of the revered singer/songwriter.

Music News

April 22, 2015

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Netflix is finally planning to own its original shows, not just license them

The streaming video service based in Los Gatos, California wants to get rid of the middle man and own the rights to their original series.

Entertainment News

April 22, 2015

Norway to kill FM radio dead in 2017

The digital radio pioneer will entirely shut off its FM radio signals, instead opting to use Digital Audio Broadcasting for radio in Norway.

Music News

April 21, 2015

Vinyl sales are still on the rise in 2015, fueling a revival that keeps pointing up

Growth in vinyl sales continues in 2015, according to a recent Nielsen report, primarily due to increased interest in classic vinyl LPs.

Music News

April 20, 2015

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Snoop Dogg-backed Eaze brings weed to your doorstep, Uber-style

San Francisco-based marijuana-delivery start-up Eaze secures new $10 million funding round in hopes of expansion beyond the Bay Area.

Music News

April 20, 2015

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Block the bad sounds and harness the good with Hush earplugs

These earphones mute unnecessary sounds but will make sure that you don’t miss your morning alarm or important phone calls.

Audio / Video News

April 19, 2015

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Orange is the New Black confirmed for fourth season in 2016

The highly acclaimed drama/comedy series featuring Piper Sherman fighting her way through women’s prison slated for another season.

Entertainment News

April 18, 2015

Hectic days at Tidal HQ: CEO Andy Chen steps down, while Jay Z calls up subscribers

Jay Z’s certainly dedicated to his new hi-fi streaming service, but exec changes and some surprising marketing strategies may be worrisome.

Music News

April 17, 2015

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Jay Z’s Tidal gets a facelift, adds emphasis on video and exclusive content

Updates to Jay Z’s hi-fi music streaming platform include more prominence on its video content, exclusives and Tidal-curated rising artists.

Music News

April 16, 2015

Jerry Seinfeld says TV is over, and YouTube is a ‘giant garbage can’

NBC megastar comedian Jerry Seinfeld left network TV years ago and has embraced the internet — but not YouTube.

Audio / Video News

April 16, 2015

Spotify rolls back ‘Tweet the Beat’ feature after user backlash

New Spotify feature ‘Tweet the Beat’ removed after the social advertising tactic was called spam, decried by the media.

Music News

April 15, 2015

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Mumford & Sons, Jay Z cross swords in streaming spar over Tidal

The members of Mumford & Sons weren’t invited to join Tidal, the Jay Z-led, artist-owned streaming service. But the arena folk rockers wouldn't have joined anyway.

Music News

April 13, 2015

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Envelop aims to bring audio-based virtual reality to life with high-definition, 3-D sound

This surround sound-equipped San Francisco club, which will be used for DJ nights, educational workshops and research, is an audiophile's dream.

Music News

April 13, 2015

Throw the devil horns! Spotify says metal fans are the world’s most loyal listeners

The streaming service dove into its extensive listener data and found global and country-specific genres with the most loyal listeners.

Music News

April 10, 2015

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Flip through YouTube music like it’s vinyl on Cratedigger.fm

This new music discovery web app lets you explore YouTube’s vast music ‘crates’ in search of hidden gems.

Music News

April 10, 2015

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Apple Watch to debut with support for Pandora internet radio

Streaming radio service Pandora joins list of apps available for Apple Watch when the much-anticipated smart watch launches April 24.

Music News

April 9, 2015

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MIT Media Lab-inspired Berklee ICE hopes to change the music industry

New Berklee College of Music initiative, inspired by the MIT Media Lab, seeks to research, develop entrepreneurial music and tech projects.

Music News

April 9, 2015

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Are you a Kelly Clarkson, or a Simon Cowell? The new mobile app Chosen lets you decide

Former Beats Music CEO launches new versatile mobile app in vein of 'American Idol' to let performers and judges compete, win prizes

Music News

April 8, 2015

Pet Sounds goes hi-res in new Blu-ray release

The Beach Boys much-acclaimed record, featuring “Wouldn’t It Be Nice” and “God Only Knows,” to be released in high res on Blue-ray audio.

Music News

April 7, 2015

AOL aims to do funny with new daily satirical sports show, 2 Point Lead

AOL hopes that new daily sports comedy short-form program "2 Point Lead" featuring host of MSN's "The Bracket" will drive sports fans to their site.

Entertainment News

April 7, 2015

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Unsigned country artist Steve Grand uses Kickstarter to hit Billboard charts

This 25 year-old country artist’s rise to the Billboard charts began with a self-financed viral video and a quite successful Kickstarter campaign.

Music News

April 6, 2015

Amazon’s Echo smart speaker now supports Pandora, adds MLS and MLB sports scores

Amazon’s voice-activated music and information device now comes with support for Pandora and sports scores.

Audio / Video News

April 6, 2015

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Mr. Show vets are back with new Netflix series With Bob and David

New sketch comedy show features Bob Odenkirk and David Cross as co-stars of new Netflix original series slating the duo as former Navy SEAL compatriots.

Entertainment News

April 5, 2015

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Rithm wants to be WhatsApp for music messaging

Rithm, the revitalized social music streaming app, allows users to share music recommendations within a text messaging-like service.

Music News

April 4, 2015

Sling TV goes international with 200 new channels in 18 languages

Web streaming TV service Sling TV goes international, aligning with global TV service Sling International (formerly known as DishWorld).

Audio / Video News

April 3, 2015

Renowned chefs come together on Netflix’s new Chef’s Table

New Netflix series looks inside the creative process of internationally-renowned chefs as the streaming service expands its original programming.

Audio / Video News

April 1, 2015

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Jay-Z calls in a who’s who of artists to back Tidal as ‘artist-owned’ music service

Jay-Z's new hi-fi streaming service, which promises to be fairer to artists, brings out a who's who in music for Tidal launch in New York.

Music News

March 31, 2015

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Get ready to stream Jay-Z’s new hi-fi streaming service, Tidal, on Sonos’ speakers

Alongside the launch of TIDAL, Sonos announced support for the high profile, high quality music streaming services.

Music News

March 30, 2015

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Songwriting organizations take to the Senate for better pay from streaming

The battle between songwriters and streaming services heats up in federal court as songwriting organizations demand fair payment on digital music services.

Music News

March 27, 2015