Link old iTunes accounts

Just replaced my iMac.  Songs that I purchased long ago in iTunes with an old AOL screen name are being deemed as unauthorized on my new computer.  When I attempt to log on with the old screen name, it says I have to update my account and then gives me an error message.  Is there a way to link my current iTnues account with the old AOL screen name so the songs will all play again?

it might be worth checking in with the Store to see if they can do something about transferring the authorisations. the email form at the bottom of this FAQ might be the best one to use:
iTunes account and email address FaQ

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