Apple royalty reversal

Apple Music, the upcoming music streaming service, has reversed its controversial royalty policy after complaints from musicians
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STREAMING MUSIC ROYALTIES

No royalties paid to rights holders during three month free trial, in return for above average rate after trial ends

Jun 21: Pop star Taylor Swift publicly complains about Apple’s policy

Monthly fees: Royalties begin

Free trial period: No royalties paid

Standard royalty 70%

Monthly subscription cost: $9.99

Apple royalty 71.5%

Free trial period: Apple pays royalties

Monthly fees: Royalties paid

Hours later: Eddy Cue, head of Apple Music, capitulates and amends royalty policy
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Sources: Wire agencies, taylorswift.tumblr.com

Pictures: AP, Apple

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