|
RIAA Announces International Licensing Program For DualDisc Logo 5/2/2005 WASHINGTON -- The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) today announced a newly-created program through which any record label can obtain a license for use of the logo for DualDisc an innovative new product which combines music, film and video on a single, two-sided disc. The RIAA program was created to ensure consistent quality and avoid consumer confusion. Use of the DualDisc logo is available to any record label, independent or major, U.S. or international-based, for a nominal fee. Trial licenses are available for those labels that desire to explore market interest in DualDiscs for their artists. Information on appropriate DualDisc logo usage is available at the website DualDiscLicensing.org. This informational site is designed to provide a clear, consistent identity for DualDisc, as well as to establish clear standards for products bearing the logo. "DualDiscs are an exciting new product that offers music fans a superior music and video experience, while at the same time providing artists with an innovative avenue for creative expression," commented Cary Sherman, President, RIAA. "We are excited to do our part to broaden acceptance and understanding of DualDisc. It is another illustration of an industry that is working hard to bring greater value to consumers, both online and in record stores, with high-quality, value-rich products." The CD side of every DualDisc contains a full-length audio album while the DVD side offers a wide range of exclusive content incorporating such features as the same album in enhanced sound (such as 5.1 Surround Sound or enhanced LPCM stereo), music videos, interviews, photo galleries, web links, concert footage, lyrics and more. DualDiscs are intended for use on CD and DVD hardware devices such as DVD players, car stereos, PCs, game consoles and CD players. All of the major recording companies including SONY BMG MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT, Universal Music Group, Warner Music Group, and EMI, as well as independent companies such as 5.1 Entertainment/Silverline Records, are developing DualDiscs for the music consumer. # # # # # [The Recording Industry Association of America is the trade group that represents the U.S. recording industry.. Its mission is to foster a business and legal climate that supports and promotes our members' creative and financial vitality. Its members are the record companies that comprise the most vibrant national music industry in the world. RIAAź members create, manufacture and/or distribute approximately 90% of all legitimate sound recordings produced and sold in the United States. In support of this mission, the RIAA works to protect intellectual property rights worldwide and the First Amendment rights of artists; conduct consumer industry and technical research; and monitor and review - - state and federal laws, regulations and policies. The RIAA also certifies Gold, Platinum, Multi-Platinum, and Diamond sales awards, Los Premios De Oro y Platino, an award celebrating Latin music sales.] Contact: Jonathan Lamy Jenni Engebretsen Amanda Hunter 202-775-0101 |