Robbie Goes On Strike!

 

Robbie Williams has gone on strike in protest at EMI's take over by a private equity firm, and apparent changes in it's management and demands on artists.

Robbie is holding back the release of his new album, previously scheduled for release in September, according to The Times.

The paper quotes Williams’ manager, Tim Clark as saying, “The question is, ‘Should Robbie deliver the new album he is due to release to EMI?’ We have to say the answer is ‘No’. We have no idea how EMI will market and promote the album. They do not have anyone in the digital sphere capable of doing the job required. All we know is they are going to decimate their staff.”

The report says that Robbie plans to follow in Radiohead’s footsteps and release his new music directly to fans online.

 

Clark adds, “EMI can sue or pay up his contract. Robbie needs to know what services EMI can provide to an artist of his standing.”

The report also quotes Coldplay’s manager Dave Holmes. He says, “Why would you want to release an album with a record company in the midst of massive lay-offs? Coldplay have a lot of options. They are in no hurry to deliver their new album.”

The Daily Star this week printed a retraction after suggesting that Coldplay were on the verge of quitting EMI.

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