Microsoft announces new Zune Pass music subscription model
Consumers can now keep the tracks they love. Read more.
OCTOBER 20, 2008
Zune speaks to young adults about voting
Joint partnership with Declare Yourself and The Youngest Candidate director, Jason Pollock, to visit college campuses and get the word out. Read more.
OCTOBER 14, 2008
Zune supports music discovery at CMJ
CMJ activation includes exclusive mix tapes and live performances by Jay Reatard, Lykke Li, A Place to Bury Strangers and over 30 more. Read more.
OCTOBER 9, 2008
Common kicks off new artist interview series on Zune Marketplace
The Green Room video podcast series launches today to take music fans behind-the-scenes with their favorite artists. Read more.
OCTOBER 1, 2008
Zune raises the Crimson Omen; declare your loyalty to Delta Squad with a Gears of War 2 special-edition Zune 120
Pre-orders begin today for this special-edition Zune digital media player. Read more.
SEPTEMBER 29, 2008
Zune Marketplace introduces exclusive Fania Records digital store
New music from iconic artists Hector Lavoe, Celia Cruz, La Lupe and more will be released digitally for the first time. Read more.
SEPTEMBER 16, 2008
Cutting the cord: Zune 3.0 offers downloads from the airwaves
Evolving platform continues to offer new ways to connect with new music, media and the community, anywhere, anytime. Read more.
SEPTEMBER 16, 2008
Zune brings powerful new entertainment features to every Zune portable media player with software release
Internet access provider Wayport enables wireless music downloads for Zune customers in Wi-Fi hot spots at more than 9,800 McDonald’s restaurants. Read more.
SEPTEMBER 8, 2008
Zune takes music discovery to the next level with new ways to find and access digital music
Software update will enable Zune users to tag songs and buy music directly from FM radio and download and stream music on the go beginning Sept. 16. Read more.
AUGUST 27, 2008
Janelle Monáe Launches Exclusive Features on Zune Marketplace
Futuristic alternative/blues and soul artist has teamed with Zune Marketplace to offer unique and exclusive content. Read more.
AUGUST 8, 2008
Sub Pop Launches Exclusive Content and Offerings on Zune Marketplace
Seattle independent label is currently being featured on Zune Marketplace in conjunction with their 20th Anniversary. Read more.
JULY 25, 2008
Ximena Sariñana Becomes First Latin Artist For Zune Ignition Program
Mexican singer / actress Ximena Sariñana is the latest artist to be featured in the Zune Ignition program, and has released the track "Mediocre Piano" exclusively on Zune Marketplace as a companion feature to the full album download of her latest release Mediocre. Read more.
JULY 3, 2008
Zune Arts Unveils Graphic Novel Written by Steve Niles
Paperback editions of The Lost Ones available in July at select stores nationwide. Read more.
JUNE 11, 2008
Zune Arts to Preview Upcoming Graphic Novel Written by Steve Niles
Six video podcasts provide a behind-the-scenes look at the making of The Lost Ones. Read More.
JUNE 6, 2008
Limited-Edition Zune Player to Commemorate Release of Joy Division Documentary
A limited-edition Zune digital media player designed by Peter Saville will be made available to commemorate the DVD release of Joy Division, the critically acclaimed documentary. Read More.
JUNE 4, 2008
Bun B and Rap-A-Lot Records Launch "R You II Trill Competition" to Discover Next Rap Superstar
Fresh off the heels of a #1 Rap/R&B album, Bun B and Rap-A-Lot Records are looking for the nation's next rap superstar and have teamed with Microsoft Zuneto launch the ultimate contest for aspiring artists to win a chance at stardom. Read More.
JUNE 3, 2008
Zune Arts' Film Masks
Inducted into New York City's Museum of Modern Art's Permanent Film Collection The Braveheart-meets-Care Bears battlefield drama, created by renowned New York animation geniuses Jonathan Gorin and Naomi Nishimura (a.k.a. PandaPanther), features music by The Black Angels and explores how peace can be better achieved by trading perspectives. Read More.
MAY 28, 2008
Zune Re-Stocks Video Store with Hundreds of New TV Shows
Now featuring COMEDY CENTRAL'S "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart," NBC's "Friday Night Lights," USA Network's "Monk" and more. Read More.
MAY 15, 2008
N.E.R.D. launches new track exclusively on Zune Marketplace
In anticipation of N.E.R.D.'s first album in four years, they are currently offering the song "Spaz" exclusively for sale on Zune Marketplace. Read More.
MAY 14, 2008
Duran Duran Launch Video Podcasts Exclusively on Zune Marketplace
Podcast series features behind-the-scenes footage from the making of Red Carpet Massacre + Justin Timberlake and Timbaland in the studio. Read More.
MAY 14, 2008
Robyn Releases Exclusive Track on Zune Marketplace
Swedish pop sensation Robyn is the latest artist to be featured in the Zune Ignition program, and has released the track "Konitchiwa Bitches (Menta Mix)" exclusively on Zune Marketplace as a companion feature to the full album download of her latest release Robyn. Read More.
MAY 13, 2008
Zune Arts to Release Graphic Novel Written by Celebrated Author Steve Niles
Zune Arts, the program that aims to bring the best creative minds together to collaborate on inspiring works of art, is producing a graphic novel titled "The Lost Ones" written by Steve Niles, author of 30 Days of Night. Read More.
MAY 5, 2008
Zune Expands Beyond Music to Deliver Integrated All-in-One Entertainment Experience
New software updates bring popular television shows to online store, enhancements to online music community and subscription service. Read More.
MAY 5, 2008
Zune Community Brings New Shared Experience to Music
Spring release adds features that inspire people to explore, discover and discuss their favorite music. Read More.
MAY 1, 2008
Zune Arts Releases New Video "Mother Like No Other"
In celebration of Mother's Day, Zune Arts, the program that aims to bring the best creative minds together to collaborate on inspiring works of art, has released a new video "Mother Like No Other." Read More.
APRIL 24, 2008
New Zune Arts Podcast Goes Behind-the-Scenes of Yves Geleyn's Upcoming Film
The latest Zune Arts video podcast takes you behind-the-scenes with Parisian art director Yves Geleyn during the production of the next Zune Arts film "Mother Like No Other." Read More.
APRIL 8, 2008
Zune Arts Releases New Video "Piece of Me, Piece of You"
Featuring music by Chromeo and created by acclaimed artists Three Legged Legs; new film is part of ongoing series produced by Microsoft's Zune Arts. Read More.
MARCH 26, 2008
Kenna Debuts Exclusive Track on Zune Marketplace
Critically acclaimed artist Kenna is Zune's Ignition artist for the month of March and is releasing the track "Black Goodbye Ride" exclusively on Zune Marketplace for a period of one month beginning March 25. Read More.
MARCH 18, 2008
Zune Arts Launches New Podcast Series
Three Legged Leg's exclusive "behind-the-scenes: Piece of Me, Piece of You" released today. Read More.
MARCH 13, 2008
Zune Launches Its Own Zune Card Application for Facebook Users
Zune Card automatically updates to show recently played music which helps inspire your friends. Read More.
FEBRUARY 28, 2008
Exclusive Heroes Video Podcast Series to Debut on Zune Marketplace
Five episodes to feature "Heroes" footage set to music from the Original Television Soundtrack album. Read More.
FEBRUARY 12, 2008
FriendsWithYou feature Santogold in Zune Arts film "Tickle Party"
Acclaimed Miami-based art collective FriendsWithYou bring their love of magic and adventure to Zune Arts with the new film "Tickle Party." Read More.
FEBRUARY 11, 2008
Zune at Winter X Games 2008
Zune headed to Aspen for the Winter X Games to connect with consumers and athletes at one of action sports' largest competitions of the year. Read More.
FEBRUARY 8, 2008
The Black Dahlia Murder video podcasts to be featured exclusively in Zune Marketplace and on Zune.net
Zune recently sent a video crew out to shadow the guys in The Black Dahlia Murder on the New York City stop of their current US headlining tour. Read More.
JANUARY 23, 2008
Zune to Be Exclusive Digital Media Sponsor at 2008 Winter X Games
Microsoft to connect with consumers/action sports fans through interactive Zune experience. Read More.
JANUARY 15, 2008
Red Zune 80GB and New Collection of Artwork Debut on Zune Originals
Customizable gift options and themed playlists from Zune Marketplace help consumers share the love this Valentine's Day. Read More.
JANUARY 9, 2008
Zune Arts Features Ro Rao and The Aliens in "Laika"
Zune announces the release of the next video in the Zune Arts series entitled "Laika," which brings together the New York based director Ro Rao and the sounds from the Scottish band The Aliens. Read More.
JANUARY 6, 2008
Microsoft to Launch Wireless Portable Media Players in Canada
Variety of Zune players, Zune software and Zune Social music community site available to Canadians in Spring 2008. Read More.
