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Future of Music Statement on the Departure of FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski

March 22, 2013

WASHINGTON, DC—Today, Federal Communications Commission Chairman Julius Genachowski announced that he would be stepping down from his post, which he has held since the 2008 election of President Barack Obama.

The following statement is attributed to Casey Rae, Deputy Director of Future of Music Coalition (FMC), a national non-profit research, education and advocacy organization for musicians.

“News of Chairman Genachowski’s departure was not unexpected, and comes at a crucial time for the FCC in terms of its commitments to an accessible media and communications environment for America. read more

FMC Advances Artist Rights In Proposed Copyright Reforms

February 6, 2013

Washington, D.C.— Future of Music Coalition (FMC) — a national non-profit research, education and advocacy organization for musicians — has proposed a set of creator-centric changes to US copyright law to ensure that musicians and other artists are included in a solution to the so-called “orphan works” problem.

Orphan works are those whose rightful owner cannot be located. For a decade, policymakers have wrestled with a solution that allows for increased access to cultural expression while respecting the rights of copyright owners. FMC supports legislation to address the issue, and has provided the US Copyright Office with specific ways to include creators in their recommendations. read more

Future of Music Coalition Submits Testimony to House Subcommittee Hearing on Internet Radio

November 27, 2012

Washington, D.C.— Future of Music Coalition (FMC), a national non-profit research, education and advocacy organization for musicians, has submitted testimony for the House Subcommittee on Intellectual Property, Competition and the Internet’s hearing on Music Licensing, taking place on Wednesday, November 28. read more

Future of Music Coaltion To Hold Annual Summit In Washington, DC on November 13, 2012

October 9, 2012

Washington, D.C. — Future of Music Coalition (FMC) ( http://futureofmusic.org ), a national nonprofit education, research, and advocacy organization for musicians, will hold its much anticipated Future of Music Summit on Tuesday, November 13, 2012, a mere week after the national elections of November 6. read more

FMC Statement on Proposed EMI Divestitures

July 31, 2012

Washington, D.C .— Future of Music Coalition (FMC) has for several months raised questions about a proposed merger between Universal Music Group and EMI Music, which would have a negative impact on artists as well as the growth of a legitimate digital music marketplace that rewards creators and fans alike.

News recently broke of an EMI proposal to European regulators that included divestitures and behavioral remedies meant to alleviate concerns over market concentration and resultant consumer harms. These supposed palliatives, however, do nothing to address concerns over the merger’s impact on the U.S. market, including the impact on innovation and leverage within the independent sector.

The following statement can be attributed to FMC Deputy Director Casey Rae: read more

"Dear NOLA: A Concert for New Orleans" returns to the Big Easy

May 9, 2012

Musicians from around the country join forces for a special performance to celebrate New Orleans and the community working to sustain it. read more

FMC Statement On Administration Annual Report On Intellectual Property Enforcement

March 30, 2012

Washington, D.C.— The following statement can be attributed to Casey Rae-Hunter, Deputy Director for Future of Music Coalition: read more

FMC Releases First Wave of Musician Financial Case Studies

March 19, 2012

Washington, D.C . — Future of Music Coalition has released the next data set from its groundbreaking Artist Revenue Streams research project: five financial case study profiles that provide rich, verifiable information about how certain musician types are making a living.

The five case studies provide a financial profile of five full-time musicians:

Jazz Bandleader-Composer
Indie Rock Composer-Performer
Jazz Sideman-Bandleader
Professional Orchestra Player
Contemporary Chamber Ensemble

Access Executive Summary and Case Studies here:
http://money.futureofmusic.org/case-studies/ read more

Future of Music Coalition to Provide Exclusive First Look at Artist Revenue Streams Findings

January 26, 2012

Washington, DC—On Monday, January 30, Future of Music Coalition (FMC) will provide an exclusive first look at some of the findings from its groundbreaking Artist Revenue Streams research project (ARS). As part of MIDEM’s Visionary Monday, the presentation will outline key discoveries regarding the revenue streams connected with an artist’s brand.

Thomson’s 10-minute presentation will be live webcast on Monday, Jan 30 at
5:30 AM ET (11:30 AM Cannes time) at http://blog.midem.com. read more

FMC Statement on Intellectual Property Bills "Reset"

January 20, 2012

The following statement is attributed to Casey Rae-Hunter, Deputy Director for Future of Music Coalition:

“Future of Music Coalition is pleased that Congress has hit pause on controversial policy proposals to address the issue of intellectual property (IP) infringement. It is crucial that lawmakers recognize and understand the legitimate concerns of a broad array of stakeholders — including thousands of copyright owners — who have reservations about certain provisions in the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) and PROTECT-IP (PIPA). read more

Future of Music Statement on the Departure of FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski

FMC Advances Artist Rights In Proposed Copyright Reforms

Future of Music Coalition Submits Testimony to House Subcommittee Hearing on Internet Radio

Future of Music Coaltion To Hold Annual Summit In Washington, DC on November 13, 2012

FMC Statement on Proposed EMI Divestitures

"Dear NOLA: A Concert for New Orleans" returns to the Big Easy

FMC Statement On Administration Annual Report On Intellectual Property Enforcement

FMC Releases First Wave of Musician Financial Case Studies

Future of Music Coalition to Provide Exclusive First Look at Artist Revenue Streams Findings

FMC Statement on Intellectual Property Bills "Reset"

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