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C/L/894. Dissertation outline. Copyrights and Wrongs: Balancing Interests of Music Industry and the Public

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620
DATE:
2011
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9.99 GBP

The paper presents an outline of the dissertation on the application of the copyright law to the Internet use of music in the way that will balance competing interests of the public and the music industry. The aim and question of the dissertation are formulated, the areas and sources of the literature review are defined, the methods of the research are described. The paper has no references.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation outline, copyrights and wrongs, balancing interests, Music Industry, Public,

 

C/L/846. The effects of music piracy on the music industry

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4950
DATE:
2011
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49.99 GBP

This paper aims to discuss the issue of music piracy, and aims to examine the effect it has on the music industry. The paper performs a thorough analysis of the literature relating to the subject, and follows this with an evaluation of whether or not piracy can be a positive concept. The way in which the music industry has responded to piracy is assessed, and the paper then looks at digital rights management and music piracy. The methodology used for the study is then identified, and the results from the chosen data collection methods are examined.

 

KEYWORDS: Music piracy, music industry, digital rights management,

 

C/B/4030. Porters five forces analysis of Spotify

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1950
DATE:
2011
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19.99 GBP

This paper focuses on the music industry, and in specific, Spotify, an online music streaming service. The paper begins by providing thorough background information regarding the music industry, illegal file sharing, the decline in revenue in the industry, and the history of Spotify. This is then followed by the Porters Five Force analysis of the company. This paper does not contain a reference list.

 

KEYWORDS: Music industry, illegal file sharing, Spotify, online music streaming, Porters Five Force,

 

C/B/4017. Essay on the music industry, illegal filesharing, with a history and PEST of Spotify

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1800
DATE:
2011
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19.99 GBP

This paper focuses on the music industry, its problem with illegal filesharing, and in specific, Spotify, an online music streaming service. The paper begins by providing thorough background information regarding the music industry, illegal file sharing, the decline in revenue in the industry, and the history of Spotify. This is then followed by the PEST of the company. This paper does not contain a reference list.

 

KEYWORDS: PEST, Music industry, Spotify, online music streaming service, illegal file sharing!,

 

C/B/3970. Analysis of Spotify and its role in digital music industry

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3400
DATE:
2011
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39.99 GBP

The paper looks at the corporate environment of the digital music service Spotify and its possible influences on the traditional music industry. The gap is discussed between illegal music sharing (downloading) and the legal acquisition of digitally available music analysing Spotify as a way to bridge this gap by obtaining access to digitally available versions of recorded music. Analysis of the company is conducted using the models of Porter’s 5 Forces, PEST and Porter’s Diamond. The paper has no references.

 

KEYWORDS: Spotify, digital music, PEST, Porter’s 5 Forces, Porter’s Diamond,

 

C/B/3962. Globalisation of live music events

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1550
DATE:
2011
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19.99 GBP

The paper looks at the development of live music events as global phenomena discussing the factors behind the globalisation of the music industry, highlighting the importance of brand marketing of live music events, and examining the changes in the technology and consumer market that have changed the nature of the music industry.

 

KEYWORDS: Globalisation, live music events,

 

S/B/630. Dissertation. An examination of the strategic business models used in the music industry

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11850
DATE:
2011
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119.99 GBP

This dissertation focuses on examining the new strategic business models that companies use in the changing landscape of the music industry. The positive and negative impacts that the internet has had on the music industry is discussed, and the paper then outlines the research objectives. The review of literature discusses topics regarding the music industry and piracy, economic growth, and market size. An evaluation of record labels like Universal Music Group (UMG), Sony Music Entertainment (SME), EMI Group, and Warner Music Group. This is then followed by an assessment of HMV and Apple Inc. a PESTEL, SWOT, and Porters five forces analysis is then carried out to examine the industry in detail. Diversification, pricing, distribution, and alliance strategies are then examined before the study concludes its findings.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, strategic business models, music Market, music industry, piracy, economic growth, market size, Universal Music Group, UMG, Sony Music Entertainment, SME, EMI Group, Warner Music Group, HMV, Apple Inc, PESTEL, SWOT, Porters five forces, alliance strategies, diversification strategy, pricing strategy, distribution strategy,

 

S/L/315. Dissertation. To what extent has file sharing damaged the music industry

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2009
DATE:
2011
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29.99 GBP

This dissertation examines the extent to which file sharing has damaged the music industry. The study begins by introducing topics like illegal file sharing and the affects that it has on the music industry. The dissertation then follows with an assessment of the existing theory on the subject, as well as the results from the interviews taken place for the study. The current situation is outlined, and the study then analyses all of the secondary and primary information provided.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, file sharing, illegal file sharing, music sharing!,

 

C/MD/156. Dissertation outline. Impact of music downloading on music industry

WORDS:
470
DATE:
2011
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9.99 GBP

The paper presents an outline of the dissertation on the financial effects of music downloads on artists and record companies. The aim and questions of the dissertation are formulated, the sources of the literature review are defined, research methodology is described. The paper has no references.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation outline, Impact of music downloading, music industry,

 

C/M/2112. Analysis of music and event industry

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1350
DATE:
2011
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19.99 GBP

The paper examines the features of the music and event industry conducting its SWOT analysis, outlining the challenges and concerns of the industry, and suggesting recommendations for event organizers in the competitive entertainment market.

 

KEYWORDS: music and event industry, SWOT, entertainment,

 

S/M/605. Proposal. Changes and trends in music consumption: case of HMV

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1450
DATE:
2011
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19.99 GBP

The paper proposes research into the changes in consume behaviour towards music consumption discussing the issues of digital piracy, illegal downloading of music and future trends in the UK music market, and a case study of HMV. The design and methodology of the proposed research are described, its estimated costs and time scale are indicated.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, music consumption, HMV, consume behaviour, digital piracy, illegal downloading,

 

C/M/1919. Examination of the strategic management options for BMG

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1750
DATE:
2011
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19.99 GBP

This paper examines the global music industry, and aims to develop a strategic management strategy for BMG in the current market place. The paper presents the background to the company and to the industry. A PEST analysis is provided to examine the environment of the industry, and this is followed with a discussion of strategic options. The paper concludes with recommendations for the future of the company.

 

KEYWORDS: Global music industry, strategic management strategy, BMG, PEST,

 

C/B/3365. Dissertation. Music industry in the Digital age

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12050
ADD-ONS:
Appendix
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
129.99 GBP

This dissertation focuses on the music industry and the digital age, aiming to discuss how this has impacted the industry. The dissertation provides an overview of the music industry, followed by an in depth discussion. This involves an evaluation of the market structure, innovation and diversity in the popular music industry. The concept of value chain is then discussed, and defined, and examined in relation to the music industry. The dissertation examines the theory behind digital music and the new musical economy.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, music industry, digital age, market structure, innovation, value chain, musical economy,

 

C/L/743. Dissertation. Copyright owners vs. end users in music industry: legal approaches to digital piracy in US and UK

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14100
DATE:
2011
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149.99 GBP

The dissertation looks at the conflicting interests of copyright owners and end users in the music industry exploring their legal position in the US and UK to determine whether the legislation of the two countries has achieved the right balance between the parties. Changes brought about by the digital era are considered examining the impacts of peer-to-peer (p2p) file sharing technology on the entertainment industry. US and UK approaches to dealing with music piracy are reviewed on the basis of their copyright law and consumer law. Effects of the copyright debate are considered discussing legal enforcements of intellectual property rights and evaluating the effectiveness of related jurisdiction for copyright owners, end users and the people in between. The paper has no references

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, copyright owners, end users, music industry, digital piracy, US and UK copyright law, consumer law, file sharing,

 

C/M/1846. Strategic analysis of the UK music industry: case study Rough Trade Records

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6200
DATE:
2011
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69.99 GBP

This paper examines the UK music industry, and aims to assess the marketing environment for independent retailers in the UK. The paper achieves this through use of PESTLE, Porter’s Five Forces, and SWOT analyses. The paper then evaluates an independent record shop, called Rough Trade which is hailed as the ‘world’s best record store’. The section begins by providing the background to the company and their marketing strategies. This is followed by a discussion regarding topics including the band, customer experience, differentiation, and pricing. The future of Rough Trade is examined, and the paper concludes by summarizing recommendations for the future of the company, and by providing a marketing strategy.

 

KEYWORDS: UK music industry, marketing, PESTLE, Porter’s five forces, SWOT, Rough Trade, marketing strategies, brand, customer experience,

 

C/B/3133. Critical evaluation of the impact of digital distribution on the music industry

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7750
DATE:
2010
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79.99 GBP

This paper examines the music industry, aiming to evaluate the impact of digital distribution on the strategies of the industry. The paper has five objectives, to Identify the issues surrounding the digital distribution of music, to assess the impact of technological innovation upon the music industry, to Identify how the Internet has changed business and commerce, to determine relevant business models suited to the music industry, and to evaluate the music industry's approach to digital distribution. These objectives are achieved through use of secondary literature and academic theory. The paper discusses traditional business models for the music industry, as well E-commerce models and models for the digital distribution of music. The rise of the mp3 player is discussed, as is the structural changes occurring in the industry. The way the internet and digital distribution affects major record labels is also evaluated. Conclusions are made regarding the success of the project and future recommendations for the industry.

 

KEYWORDS: Music industry, digital distribution, technological innovation, internet, e-commerce, mp3 player!,

 

C/MD/127. Dick Rowe: Decca Records A&R Man

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1500
DATE:
2010
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19.99 GBP

The paper looks at the carrier of Dick Rowe, infamous for turning down The Beatles before they became famous. His position within the music industry is discussed characterising his activities as an A&R (Artist and Recording) man in Decca Record, and discussing the importance of his copycatting and commercialising US music trends.

 

KEYWORDS: Dick Rowe, Decca Records, A&R, artist and recording, US music, Beatles,

 

C/B/3042. Strategies of EMI in music industry

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2000
DATE:
2010
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29.99 GBP

The paper looks at the position of Electric and Music Industries (EMI) reviewing literature on the trends in digital downloads of music, and discussing the strategies used by EMI in the music environment with regard to the ongoing fight for music ownership by EMI, artists and consumers. Constraints to the company’s success are identified suggesting recommendations about possible solutions.

 

KEYWORDS: EMI, music industry,

 

C/P/271. The standardisation of the British Music industry in relation to Simon Napier-Bell and Theodor Adorno.

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5100
DATE:
2010
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59.99 GBP

This paper looks at the British music industry, and the way in which it has reflected social change, to how it now moulds the images of celebrities and focuses on the media. The paper also discusses the view that the music industry is now without a soul and that talent is not necessary. The argument of the paper is highly focused around the theories from Napier-Bell and Adorno. The main focus points of this paper are the standardization of culture, celebrities, and the evolution of the British music industry. With extensive use of secondary literature, and continuous referral to theories by Adorno and Napier Bell, this paper theorises the evolution of the British music industry.

 

KEYWORDS: Standardisation, British music industry, Napier-Bell, Adorno, celebrities, culture, evolution, media,

 

S/B/577. Grouchos: current position and recommendations for improvement

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2950
DATE:
2010
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29.99 GBP

The paper examines the performance of the music retailer Grouchos assessing their current position, discussing the possible strategies to maximise the company's profits and suggesting recommendations about the changes that could increase Grouchos' revenue including their current website development.

 

KEYWORDS: Grouchos, music retailer,

 

C/B/2643. Potential impact of YouTube on film and music industry

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1150
DATE:
2010
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19.99 GBP

The paper examines the potential impact YouTube on the music and film industry in the next five years discussing the ‘disintermediation’ between the ‘performer’ and ‘distributor’ and the rise of independent film producers.

 

KEYWORDS: YouTube, Music Industry, Film Industry,

 

C/B/2618. Pandora Radio: Fire unprofitable customers? Harvard Business School case study

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2450
DATE:
2010
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29.99 GBP

The fortunes of Pandora Radio are discussed in this paper, an analysis of the Harvard Business School case study “Pandora Radio: Fire unprofitable customers?” by Willy Shih and Halle Tecco. Pandora Radio an internet music stream site, and its rapidly growing user base, loves the free customizable music stream under an advertising supported model. Pandora has to pay royalties for every song streamed, and has other variable costs that scale linearly with hours consumed, but it has taken no steps to restrict the amount of usage among its heaviest and most loyal users. Can Pandora make its model work when a significant percentage of its users cause it to lose money? A strategic analysis is made, starting with a problem analysis, a problem statement then leading to an evaluation of alternative solutions and strategic recommendations to get the company back on its feet.

 

KEYWORDS: Pandora radio, Harvard, case study, internet radio, customers, revenue generation, problem statement, strategic recommendations, problem analysis, evaluation of alternatives, corporate strategy, music industry, streaming, royalties, Tim Westergren,

 

S/L/268. The Napster controversy: is it illegal to share music?

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1650
DATE:
2010
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19.99 GBP

As one of the forerunners of music file sharing software, Napster was the first company to be challenged by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for violating music copyright laws. Despite citing the Audio Home Recording Act which “granted consumers the right to transfer digital music for personal, noncommercial use” Napster lost their case. Whether copyright laws have, and continue to be, actually broken is debated, as is the claim that such peer-to-peer services contribute to the decline of music sales.

 

KEYWORDS: Napster, The Recording Industry Association of America, RIAA, music, digital, download, MP3, music law, copyright laws, music sharing, file sharing, music sales, CD, record companies, bands, musicians, peer-to-peer services!,

 

C/B/2162. Environmental scanning: response of EMI to digital music revolution

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2600
DATE:
2010
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29.99 GBP

The paper examines the use of environmental scanning by EMI examining their position within the modern music industry, discussing the marketing trends in the production and distribution of recorded music, and analysing EMI response to the threats posed by digital revolution and Internet access to music. The process of environmental scanning is described, external and internal factors that influence EMI performance are analysed using the SWOT model.

 

KEYWORDS: EMI, Environmental Scanning, Digital Downloads, SWOT, music industry,

 

C/L/498. Music downloads should be free and unlimited. Discuss

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1450
DATE:
2010
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19.99 GBP

The paper looks at the transformation in the music industry caused by computer technology and digital music downloads presenting arguments in favour and against free music file-sharing, considering the decline in CD sales and the growth of P2P networks, and addressing the issues of digital rights management (DRM).

 

KEYWORDS: digital music downloads, MP3, file-sharing, CD sales,