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So Trent Reznor has done it again… causing another ripple in the music industry by re-shaping the way that artists sell and distribute their music. Yesterday, Reznor “quietly” released a new Nine Inch Nails studio album called “Ghosts I-IV” from their website NIN.com only to have their server crash from huge demand. The collection of 36 tracks is available in a variety of formats including a $5 digital download, a $10 2-disc CD, as well as a $75 Deluxe Edition Package that includes 2 audio CD, 1 data DVD with all tracks in multi-track format and a Blu-ray disc in high-def 96/24 stereo.

In an unprecedented move, NIN has also released Ghosts I, the first 9 tracks from the Ghosts I-IV collection, free for download on their website as well as through various torrent sites. Reznor states, “Now that we’re no longer constrained by a record label, we’ve decided to personally upload Ghosts I, the first of the four volumes, to various torrent sites, because we believe BitTorrent is a revolutionary digital distribution method, and we believe in finding ways to utilize new technologies instead of fighting them.” A visionary move that the record industry should pay attention to. To download or order a copy of Ghosts I-IV visit NIN.com or if their servers are down again you can download it at Amazon.

I’m not a huge Oprah fan, but I’ve decided to read the current book from her Book Club titled “A New Earth - Awakening to Your Life’s Purpose” by Eckhart Tolle. For the first time ever, she is offering an online webcast with the author as a supplement to the book. This is really intriguing to me as Oprah and Eckhart Tolle will be hosting the 10-week class. I’ve been wanting to read a Tolle book for a while now as I was introduced to his book “The Power of Now” while I was living in AZ but never picked it up. I read the 1st chapter of “A New Earth” last night and it was a real mind-opener, so I’m looking forward to the class tonight. If you’re interested in reading the book and joining the webcast visit Oprah.com. for the full details.

Welcome to the new and improved JasonBayer.com. Yes, I’ve finally made it into the the 21st Century and have launched this new site as a blog using WordPress… it took me about 2 hrs (not kidding)! This will become my repository for all the things I’m into including but not limited to my awesome family, technology, business, fantasy sports, photography, music and my recovery. So welcome to my World… hang on tight, as the ride can be a bit bumpy! Here’s a catchy-tune from one of my current favorite bands the Sick Puppies to help launch this site. The song is titled My World from the album Dressed Up As Life. Enjoy!