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Eminem
January 06, 2009 05:22 PM ET
There's still no solidified release dates for upcoming Interscope albums from Eminem and 50 Cent, but new music from both acts has emerged in the past 24 hours. Eminem's "Crack a Bottle," which features 50 as well as Dr. Dre, leaked online today (Jan. 6), while 50's "I Get It In," debuted last night on New York radio station Hot 97. More...






























Confirmed: iTunes Goes DRM-Free, Alters Pricing
At the Macworld Expo today, Apple Inc. confirmed reports that all four majors were now onboard to deliver DRM-free music through iTunes.
Web Reaction: Apple Drops DRM
Apple iTunes' announcement that it will begin offering DRM-free music from all four major labels and will add a new pricing scheme for tracks today was, to say the least, covered extensively. Below, a round-up of reaction from around the Web and what the move means for comsumers, Apple and the labels.
Strong Q4 Sales For U.K. Biz
The recorded music market in the U.K. benefited from a strong showing in the fourth quarter of 2008, contributing to an overall volume decline of 3.2% in album sales year-on-year.
Leona Lewis Signs Deal For Autobiography
Leona Lewis, who won U.K. talent TV show "The X Factor" in 2006 and topped charts around the world with debut album "Spirit," has signed a deal to pen her autobiography with publishing house Hodder & Stoughton.
Bacardi Confirms Groove Armada Release
Rum brand Bacardi has confirmed a four-track release from U.K. dance act Groove Armada.
Stooges Guitarist Ron Asheton Dead At 60
Stooges guitarist Ron Asheton was found dead this morning (Jan. 6) at his home in Ann Arbor, Mich., according to local police. He was 60.

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