SoundScan and the consolidation of control in the popular music industry

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The use of Soundscan and Broadcast Data Systems (BDS) the point-of-sale technology which measures recording sales and airplay of popular music has broad implications for the music industry and marketing arena. Though the technology has enhanced the industry's knowledge about public record-buying patterns it has not promoted musical diversity in the industry and may hinder releases of non-mainstream works.There is also a danger of Soundscan and BDS becoming tools to consolidate corporate control over national music markets.

Marketing, Influence, Statistics, Music industry, Popular music, Billboard Magazine (Periodical)

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Interviewing Sinn Fein under the new political environment: a comparative analysis of interviews with Sinn Fein on British television

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Sinn Feinn took part in the controversial talks surrounding the re-imposition of the Irish Republic Army ceasefire. Irish and British governments expressed their confidence to find a solution once Sinn Feinn began participating all-party talks. Sinn Feinn representatives were interviewed on British television channels between Oct 19, 1987 and Oct 19, 1988.

England, Media programs, Media programs (Education)

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