Category : Music Business News
Music business news covering record labels, publishing companies, streaming platforms, executive leadership, mergers, acquisitions, revenue trends, and the corporate decisions shaping the global music industry.
Macklemore’s Strategy for Radio Success
Macklemore reveals how he revolutionized the music industry by paying record labels to promote his songs to radio as an independent artist without a major...
New Rules: Prince Latest Iconic Artist to Do It His Way
Prince releases free download of new song 'The Sweeter She Is' via social media, embracing the music industry's rule-free era where artists control their releases....
Urban Radio PD Blames PPM for “Destroying” Urban Radio?
Urban radio PD claims PPM ratings system destroys creativity and prevents new artist airplay at Black radio stations. Industry debate over PPM's impact on urban...
Who’s Next Live with Audio Push
HOT 97 and Footaction present Who's Next Live featuring Audio Push with special cypher by Bodega Bamz, Troy Ave and Smoke DZA on December 18...
Radio Still Dominates Music Discovery: Nielsen
Nielsen's Music 360 study reveals radio remains the top music discovery method at 48%, while teens prefer YouTube for listening at 64%. The report shows...
Russell Crowe: From New Zealand Star to Hollywood Icon
Russell Crowe rose from New Zealand roots to become a Hollywood icon, winning an Academy Award for Gladiator and earning acclaim for versatile roles....
DJ Jacci McGee’s “Make it Last Forever” Resurfaces
R&B legend Jacci McGee, known for "Make it Last Forever" with Keith Sweat, features on EDM hit "Angel of Mine" by DJ Jay Salter. The...
Russell Celbrates Birthday #50
Russell Simmons celebrated his 50th birthday with ex-wife Kimora Lee and her boyfriend Djimon in attendance at the milestone celebration....
ATEEZ Releases Second Studio Album THE WORLD EP.FIN
ATEEZ releases their second studio album THE WORLD EP.FIN : WILL featuring 12 tracks including title song 'Crazy Form' with dancehall and Afrobeat influences....
JPMorgan Chase Career Advice for 2020 HBCU Grads
JPMorgan Chase launches a six-part Career Readiness Series for HBCU graduates, offering virtual career and financial advice through LinkedIn Live sessions....
Lenny Williams Hosts VIP Guests Black Ivory & Vannessa
Soul legend Lenny Williams performed at Lincoln Center's Damrosch Park with VIP guests Black Ivory and National R&B Music Society CEO Vannessa Jordan....
John Janick New Interscope Geffen A&M CEO
John Janick has been promoted to Chairman and CEO of Interscope Geffen A&M, succeeding Jimmy Iovine who is joining Apple after the Beats acquisition....
Prince Surprise Performance at the Dakota Jazz Club
Prince performed surprise shows at Dakota Jazz Club in Minneapolis, completing a four-night engagement with only 290-300 capacity. The intimate performances included drummer auditions and...
Ms. Pat and Shamea Morton Exit V-103
Comedian Ms. Pat and Shamea Morton have exited Atlanta's V-103 Big Tiger Morning Show. Ms. Pat continues her TV success with her new court show....
METALLICA RECEIVES SOUNDEXCHANGE HALL OF FAME AWARD
Metallica receives SoundExchange Hall of Fame Award for being one of the most streamed acts in the organization's 20-year history. The legendary metal band was...
ONErpm Launches Enterprise Solutions and OFFstep.com
ONErpm launches Enterprise Solutions and OFFstep.com, offering music distribution for $12/year with 100% royalty retention for independent artists....
Nicki & Young Miami Fight Over Catchphrase (Video)
Nicki Minaj and Young Miami clashed on Twitter over the phrase 'Got into some things,' with Nicki claiming ownership of the catchphrase from Queen Radio....
YIKES: Jamaican HIgh Crime Rate Causing Family Fooking?
Report examines disturbing connection between Jamaica's high crime rates and serious social problems affecting families and communities....
T.I. Partners with Columbia Records for New Album Release
T.I. signs major partnership with Columbia Records for his 9th studio album. Pharrell Williams executive produces the early 2014 release....
YIKES: Erykah Badu
Erykah Badu's distinctive fashion choices spark discussion about her unique headwrap styling. The neo-soul icon's bold looks continue to generate buzz....
Radio Facts iTunes and Android Apps Available
RadioFacts.com launches iOS and Android apps with exclusive industry news and push notifications for music professionals and fans....
Streaming Now 12% of US Radio Listening
New Edison Research data shows streaming now accounts for 12% of all AM/FM radio listening in the U.S., the highest proportion ever recorded....
Marvin Gaye and Gregory to Feature in 2019 Forever Sts
Marvin Gaye and Gregory Hines will be honored with commemorative stamps by the USPS in 2019. Gaye joins the Music Icon series while Hines becomes...
Marvin Gaye and Gregory Featured in 2019 Forever Stamps
Marvin Gaye and Gregory Hines will be honored with commemorative Forever Stamps by USPS in 2019. Gaye joins the Music Icon series while Hines becomes...
Three 6 Mafia’s Koopsta Knicca Dies from Massive Stroke
Three 6 Mafia member Koopsta Knicca died at age 40 from a massive stroke. The Memphis rapper, born Robert Cooper Phillips, was remembered by DJ...