DA GAIMCHNG3R Announces Final Album and Retirement Plans
West Coast hip-hop legend DA GAIMCHNG3R announces retirement after 35+ years, releasing final album 'Last of My Kind: The Final Journey' on February 6, 2026....
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RadioFacts Daily Brief – January 05, 2026
Music Legends TV launches on FilmOn, A$AP Rocky drops new video with Winona Ryder, and Christian/Gospel music breaks into mainstream charts in 2025....
A$AP Rocky Teases ‘Punk Rocky’ Video With Winona Ryder
A$AP Rocky teases his new single 'Punk Rocky' featuring Winona Ryder in a cinematic music video. The track is from his upcoming album 'Don't Be...
Chappell Roan: A Symbol of Freedom in Music
Chappell Roan is an emerging pop artist making waves with her distinctive sound and advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights. Her music explores themes of freedom and...
RadioFacts Daily Brief – January 03, 2026
Major music industry developments including Drake facing lawsuits over alleged fake streaming schemes, MTV's music channels shutting down permanently, and Spotify potentially ending its basic...
Admiral T’s Album Removed from Streaming
Admiral T's 2004 album Moza�k Kr�y�l has been removed from Spotify, Apple Music, and other major streaming platforms following activism against homophobic lyrics in the...
Nashville’s Star-Studded New Year’s Bash Tonight
CBS airs Nashville's Big Bash tonight featuring Jason Aldean, Lainey Wilson, and Bailey Zimmerman. The five-hour New Year's Eve special starts at 8 p.m. ET....
New Year’s Eve 2026: Live Performances
Times Square celebrates New Year's Eve 2026 with live performances and America's 250th anniversary kickoff. NBC's special features TODAY hosts and music stars....
Coco Love Alcorn Battles Cancer With Music Community Support
Canadian pop and jazz singer Coco Love Alcorn reveals aggressive cancer diagnosis, forcing her to cancel 2026 tours. Music community launches GoFundMe campaign....
Curt Smith: Streaming Brings New Fans to Tears for Fears
Curt Smith reveals how streaming platforms like TikTok have brought younger fans to Tears for Fears, creating a multi-generational audience for their concerts....
Beyonc� Joins Billionaire Ranks: A Music Industry Milestone
Beyonc� officially becomes a billionaire according to Forbes, joining an elite group of only five musicians to reach this milestone including Jay-Z and Taylor Swift....
2025 Radio Highlights: Key Stories and Industry Updates
2025 brought major challenges to radio broadcasting including CPB funding cuts, severe weather damage, and regulatory changes. Key developments include the AM Radio for Every...
How We�re Approaching the Industry Right Now
RadioFacts shares strategic vision for music industry growth, focusing on long-term relevance over short-term cycles in R&B and Hip-Hop spaces....
Changes in Radio Landscape: Key Departures and New Ventures
Ed Lover and Miss Jones exit Audacy's 94.7 The Block while Netflix explores video podcast deals with iHeartMedia. Major shifts reshape radio landscape....
Brownwood Earns Music Friendly Texas Certification
Brownwood, Texas receives official Music Friendly Texas Certified Community designation from Governor Abbott's Texas Music Office. The recognition supports music-related economic development in the 92nd...
AI’s Growing Influence in Country Music Raises Concerns
Country music producers in Nashville are increasingly using AI for songwriting and demo creation. Artists like Jelly Roll receive AI-generated demos while songwriters use tools...
Andrea Daly & Artists Discuss Music Career Paths
Andrea Daly led a panel at Kenyon College featuring diverse music artists discussing post-college career paths and industry challenges. The discussion highlighted various music industry...
KEVIN’S ELEVEN: Mouth Shut – Options Open (video)
Kevin's Eleven shares essential business discipline in 'Mouth Shut - Options Open,' explaining why protecting your plans and building intentional relationships leads to success....
America at Night Names McGraw Milhaven as New Weeknight Host
McGraw Milhaven becomes the new host of America at Night on Westwood One, taking over the nationally syndicated late-night talk show December 1st....
Congress Defends Local Radio with 200+ Cosponsors
Over 200 House members support the Local Radio Freedom Act, opposing new performance fees on radio stations. The bipartisan resolution protects free radio services....
RILEY: Celebrating HBCU Life and Black Identity
RILEY: The Mixtape by Brian Jordan Jr. celebrates HBCU life and Black identity through 18 original tracks featuring Big Freedia, Tank and The Bangas' Tarriona...
Chloe Okuno’s ‘Brides’ Casts Major Stars
Chloe Okuno's horror thriller 'Brides' adds Harry Lawtey, Jodie Turner-Smith, and Viola Prettejohn to its cast alongside Olivia Cooke. Set in 1961 Italy....
2025 Marconi Radio Awards: Winners Revealed
The 2025 NAB Marconi Radio Awards honored excellence in radio broadcasting with WMMR-FM Philadelphia taking home multiple wins including Legendary Station of the Year....
Cafe Mocha Radio’s 15th Anniversary at Howard Theatre
Cafe Mocha Radio celebrates 15 years with the Salute THEM Awards on November 6 at Howard Theatre. The star-studded event honors cultural icons and kicks...
Clint Black Celebrates Career with BMI Icon Recognition
Clint Black will receive the prestigious BMI Icon Award at the 73rd Annual BMI Country Awards on November 18, recognizing his contributions as a singer-songwriter...
