Hi Everyone.  In the length of a megastar's career, deals come and deals go.  Associations flourish, and sometimes they come to an end.  Look at David Bowie, for example, who has counted among his record labels and imprints: RCA, Mercury, Virgin, Ryko, EMI, BMG, Arista, London, Decca, Deram, Philips, Columbia and more!  Well, this week the big announcement came down that MADONNA is parting ways with Warner Brothers Records, after 25 years of success, accolades, and extreme commerce.  From her classic single Everybody in 1982 to the anthemic Hey You in 2007, Madonna has been a force to be reckoned with, both as an artist and as an industry heavyweight.  As we anxiously await her forthcoming album in early 2008, it will be interesting to see just how the Madonna machine will steam forward with a new team, a new vision, and the same bright future!  How scandalous and provocative Madonna seemed in days gone by -- but she has endured above all else, and has blossomed into a devoted wife and mother of three, a humanitarian, and a legend.  She paved the way for beloved success stories like Kylie, and even train-wrecks like Britney.  It's no wonder that Madonna has been nominated for induction into the 2008 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame!  Although we won't find out if she'll be voted in until March, our customers have already voted her the undisputed Queen.  Long live the Queen!