DigSin is a new-model

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based in

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. DigSin was founded in 2011 by author and music industry executive

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and is modeled on the idea of distributing free music to those who subscribe to the label. Short for

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, DigSin releases singles rather than albums.Steinberg, Scott (October 20, 2011)
"High-Tech Label DigSin Betting on Singles Model"
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''. accessed May 10, 2012. DigSin uses various forms of mass media to maximize the fan base. DigSin's roster includes NNXT, Connie Lim,

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, Like Swimming, Paradise Fears, Stargroves,

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, and Lauren Shera, whose singles include Lim's "LA City", NNXT's "DRNK TXTNG", and Bronze Radio Return's "Wonder No More". Since its creation, DigSin has been featured in ''

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'',McMillan, Graeme (January 31, 2012)
"How Much is One Song Worth? To One Music Label, Nothing
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'', Hypebot,Houghton, Bruce (October 7, 2011)
"Jay Frank Launches DigSin: A Next Generation Free Digital Music Label"
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''.Peoples, Glenn (October 7, 2011)
"Jay Frank, Former CMY Exec, Launches DigSin Record Label"
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''. accessed May 16, 2012. DigSin also presented a showcase at

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, in March 2012, presenting itself as a new way for labels to manage and distribute music in the music industry."Chris Castle Talks with Jay Frank CEO of DigSin, Part 3"
''"A+L Innovation Central Podcast''. April 18, 2012. accessed May 10, 2012.

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