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The International Federation of the Phonographic Industry announced that there was strong growth in digital music sales in 2009 despite rampant piracy. Seizing the opportunity to promote “graduated response” legislation, the IFPI claims that illegal downloads now account for about 95 percent of all music downloaded.
The federation blamed piracy for much of the slump, estimating that illegal downloads now account for about 95 percent of all music downloaded despite the number of licensed music services increasing from 50 in 2003 to 400 in 2009. Licensed providers usually charge a fee for music downloads and ensure the artists receive a profit from the sale of a song.