By The Way: Andrew Cuomo Signs A New Law, Another Letter to Boris Johnson, Apple Music Updates

09-Jun-21 22:00

By The Way: Andrew Cuomo Signs A New Law, Another Letter to Boris Johnson, Apple Music Updates

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By The Way is a rapid-fire segment that gives you a snapshot of developing stories in the music world. This week, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has just signed a new post-mortem right of publicity law and this law protects the rights of personalities and performers for 40 years after their death. Prominent music luminaries joined forces to sign a letter addressed to British Prime Minister Boris Johnson pleading for better remuneration for artists and writers, the campaign calls for an amendment to an old revenue stream for artists. Lastly, updates for Apple Music subscribers, Apple confirmed the arrival of lossless format, and spatial audio that uses Dolby Atmos surround sound technology at the recent Apple WWDC keynote.

Produced by: Ali Johan, Othniel Ting

Presented by: Ali Johan, Othniel Ting

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