eMusic Removes Subscription Requirement

Online musical retailer eMusic has removed their subscription requirements. Now, anyone visiting the retailer's website can purchase songs without paying an additional monthly membership fee.

"For nearly 14 years, eMusic has been devoted to music collectors who support artists and labels by purchasing their albums. That's why our base is comprised of culturally independent thinkers and music enthusiasts who are considered to be the tastemakers of the industry," said Adam Klein, eMusic's President and CEO. Klein claims the removal of the subscription fees is a move towards greater inclusiveness.

"Although our focus on this audience hasn't changed, our new business model is more inclusive and invites everyone to engage with what eMusic offers: insightful editorial that we curate independent of our sales division, and personalized discover technology that draws upon the diverse tastes of our unique eMusic community."

Formerly, eMusic subscribers could download music for discount prices while paying a prepaid monthly fee. This new move puts eMusic in competition with other la carte online music retailers like iTunes and Amazon.