Music industry news from Hypebot:

Laurence Trifon covers Bandwidth 2008.

An interview with Ko Kawishima of Brands + Music.

Affiliate advertising comes to indie music.

Does the music industry need to support a lower drinking age?

Ringback revenue is rising.

Commentary: Is Music 2.0 At A Crossroads?

New rumors surface of an iTunes subscription music service.

China blocks iTunes over pro-Tibet release.

Pandora may be forced to shut down.

All four major labels withdrew from the IFPI in Hong Kong.

BRIEFLY:
Warner Music Partners With MusicMakesFriends
CD Baby Pacts With RightsFlow For Artist Services
RoyaltyShare Buys Broad St. Digital’s Rightsrouter
OurStage Adds More Indie Gig Opportunities
Oh Wouldn’t It Be Nice? Brian Wilson + USAToday
Topspin Delivers David Byrne/Brian Eno Exclusive Album

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