We kinda saw this one coming, given that there's so much more activity around ad-supported music streaming than downloads. But UK firm We7 has confirmed that it's shifting its focus towards its streaming service and away from its original free downloads.The company confirmed this in an email to customers, including the news that adverts on downloads will no longer be removable after 28 days, and that outside the UK it is suspending the ad-supported download element altogether.Meanwhile, the We7 site has been redesigned, which the company says is now cleaner and more functional, with an “outstanding” search facility. They've also made it easier to share and blog We7's catalogue, and there's a persistent music player at the top of each page. Read the full email by clicking the link below.We7 has changed!Great news! As we gear up to our full launch in November, we are making some significant changes on We7. In addition to your weekly music email from We7, here is an update on what you can expect to see on the site over the coming weeks.Firstly, there will be loads more great music. We are currently signing more labels than ever before, such as Sony BMG, EMI, Warner [...]
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