Pandora cofounder Tim Westergren says it’s unfair that other types of radio pay lower royalties, especially since internet radio is stuck with the highest rate of all.  In fact, that’s the basis for the parity-seeking Internet Radio Fairness Act on Capitol Hill.  But what if everyone should be paying more – not less? That’s the completely different take…

Controversial music streamer Grooveshark is locked in a nasty lawsuit with Universal Music and an ongoing dispute with EMI. In fact, no major label has an official relationship with Grooveshark. But despite these ongoing battles and widespread criticism, some independent artists and labels are embracing the platform and even finding success there. Today Grooveshark announced…

Congrats to Philly native Meek Mill. He has been named lifestyle ambassador for Puma in the “Be The Next Dreamchaser” initiative. The contest will give an aspiring artist the chance to get on stage with Meek Mill. [Allindstrom]

It seems as though the 40/40 Club chain has had its fair share of problems. Recently, the club has decided to follow through with a lawsuit against Michael Shand for failure to revamp menu in re-opening. For those who are unfamiliar, he was the personal chef to Beyonce and Jay for many years before being…