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Amarok was a pretty good option - my favourite on Linux, but some years back they rewrote it and broke it.

MalUKon The Tax Haven That's Saving Google Billions

That's not really an issue. Businesses in the EU are mostly taxed at their base, so it's up to them which country they choose. The problem is the use of the Netherlands to funnel the cash, which means the tax revenue is escaping the EU.

Effectively, they have set up shop in an EU country, they are enjoying the benefits like infrastructure, state educated population, health care, and are allegedly paying practically nothing for it.

MalUKon The Tax Haven That's Saving Google Billions

Why is England mentioned in this comment? Google Ireland is based in the Republic of Ireland, which is not related to England.