Interesting discussions going on about DRM today. Theoretically, it seems like both Steve J and Bill G both agree that the model - at least in its existing form - needs to change. It's one thing on which both executives seem to agree. The difference seems

Today we're announcing that we'll pay UMG a per device royalty for every Zune player sold – a first in the industry. Why? We're about supporting artists, and ensure they continue to prosper with the emergence of the digital music model. The distribution

Next Thursday night (11/9), you can come to LA to check out Zune and hang out with some other folks on the Zune team. We'll also have some music there: Jason Bentley and Bitter:Sweet . If you live in the area, and want to check out Zune, email me at askzune

For those of you home during the day (I mean you, college boy ;), Zune will be featured on today's episode of The Ellen Degeneres Show . Airing in Seattle today at 11:00 AM PDT (KING-5), Zune will be featured alongside The Dixie Chicks . If I'm authorized