MSN Music Industry Statement Sheet
September 2004
“Having our artists available on download services helps give them exposure to music lovers as never before. We’re excited to work with the MSN Music service in offering our premier blues and roots rock talent to the world.”
– Bruce Iglauer
President
Alligator Records
“We’re exited to be a part of the MSN Music service offerings. Independent record labels like Artemis Records have a wealth of talent to share, and the MSN Music service is a great venue to get more exposure for our artists. Music lovers now have easy access to hard-to-find talent, which benefits the music lovers as well as the labels.”
– Danny Goldberg
Chairman and CEO
Artemis Records
“We jumped at the opportunity and were the first label to sign on with MSN Music because the service is such an easy way for music lovers to get access to the talented artists of Digital Musicworks International (DMI). The search features allow music lovers to find information on our unique artists, while the download services allow for legal, fast access to high-quality digital music.”
– Mitch Koulouris
CEO
DMI Inc.
“The MSN Music service is a terrific step forward in EMI’s mission to make our music available to consumers whenever, wherever and however they want it. The broad reach of MSN will give our artists powerful exposure and will give consumers easier access to a huge selection of music. Music fans will also benefit from how Microsoft is adding value with features that millions of people already use: MSN Radio, MSN Messenger and MSN Search.”
– David Munns
Chairman and CEO
EMI Music North America
“The debut of the MSN Music service represents an important expansion of the fast-growing market for legitimate online music. We are pleased to participate in the launch of this service and look forward to working closely with MSN as we continue to find new ways of bringing Sony BMG Music Entertainment artists and projects to the broadest possible audience.”
– Michael Smellie
Chief Operating Officer
Sony BMG Music Entertainment
“The MSN Music service will provide more fans with access to the latest music, videos and concert information from their favorite Warner Music Group artists. MSN Music is another exciting addition to the growing list of ways consumers can get music online in a trusted and convenient environment.”
– Lyor Cohen
Chairman and CEO of U.S. Recorded Music
Warner Music Group
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