“creative commons” News
An infrastructure for take-over
UPDATED 5/30/2007 In the world of net audio, much is going on. New netlabels pop up every day. ccMixter's contests draw more and more remixers into their fray. Jamendo continually boasts new CC'd albums. New netlabels/releases are are frequently being added to Internet Archive. I think that it's sa…… Read “An infrastructure for take-over”
Introducing netBloc Volume 5 (The threat at Goliath's feet...)
Welcome back everyone...and thanks for checking back for Volume 5! Well, after a bit of a delay it's finally been released. A couple days late, but it's definitely worth the wait. This finely crafted collection features acts from all over the world — Sweden, Germany, Spain, Columbia, Belgium and th…… Read “Introducing netBloc Volume 5 (The threat at Goliath's feet...)”
Introducing the blocSonic xtra series
Hello everyone, let me introduce to you the blocSonic xtra series. These special collections feature CC licensed tracks that for one reason or another I couldn't acquire official permission to use but I find worthy of attention as they are some of the best net audio available. Since no formal permis…… Read “Introducing the blocSonic xtra series”
Presenting netBloc Volume 4: Soundtrack for the Coming Revolution
Once again, we've got a terrific collection of 10 tracks culled from the wide world of net audio. In this one we feature one from ccMixter, a couple from Jamendo and others from various netlabels. Hip-Hop, Trip-Hop, Unplugged Electronica, Post-Rock, Indie Rock, Drum & Bass are all represented. S…… Read “Presenting netBloc Volume 4: Soundtrack for the Coming Revolution”
Does internet radio need saving?
Recently there's has been a lot being said regarding the RIAA's latest attempt to squeeze more money out of internet radio. This latest attack just highlights the need for people to give these greedy, power-hungry individuals a big F you. The point is missed by many commentators in the blogosphere t…… Read “Does internet radio need saving?”
La Plus Belle Guerre, 10 more netlabel/net audio gems plus one
As promised, fresh from the Amadeus Pro development file, I announce netBloc Volume 3 (La Plus Belle Guerre). What we're currently witnessing IS the most beautiful war. A war for the ears of music lovers worldwide. A war between the RIAA/Major music industry and it's former and soon-to-be former cus…… Read “La Plus Belle Guerre, 10 more netlabel/net audio gems plus one”