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.
Lola Brooke Joins A Boogie on International Tour
Brooklyn rapper Lola Brooke will support A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie on his international tour, marking her first global tour dates starting February 7....
Super Bowl Soulful Celebration with Patti LaBelle
The 24th annual Super Bowl Soulful Celebration features Patti LaBelle, Israel Houghton, and honors Eagles QB Jalen Hurts with Faith in Action Award Feb. 8....
Urban One’s Rebrands Interactive One to iOne Digital
Urban One rebrands Interactive One to iOne Digital, launching a new era for the leading Black digital media company serving 24 million monthly visitors....
Re:SET Concert: LCD Soundsystem & boygenius
Re:SET Concert Series announces summer tour featuring LCD Soundsystem, boygenius, and Steve Lacy across 12 US cities in June with curated lineups....
NAB Hosts Recruitment-Focused Webinar for Broadcasters
The National Association of Broadcasters hosts a members-only webinar on February 1 focusing on recruitment strategies for TV and radio stations seeking sales and programming...
MUSIC MOGUL LIL WAYNE ANNOUNCES WELCOME TO THA CARTER TOUR
Lil Wayne announces his 28-city Welcome To Tha Carter Tour for spring 2023, kicking off April 4th in Minneapolis and ending May 13th in Los...
Miami Dolphins, iHeartMedia Sign Multi-Year Radio Deal
iHeartMedia Miami announces multi-year deal as Miami Dolphins flagship radio partner. Games air on BIG 105.9 FM and Fox Sports 940 AM starting 2023 season....
Jay Z’s Business Genius Challenges Apple
Apple Music is reportedly in talks to acquire Jay Z's Tidal streaming service after Tidal gained competitive advantage through artist exclusives and industry leverage....
Kenya Barris on ‘You People’ Debut; Kevin Malejandro on ‘Fire Country’
Kenya Barris discusses his directorial debut with 'You People' featuring Eddie Murphy and Jonah Hill, while Kevin Malejandro celebrates 'Fire Country' renewal....
Oreo Launches Unique Limited-Edition Most OREO OREO Flavor
Oreo launches 'Most OREO OREO' limited-edition flavor with Oreo bits mixed in creme, available January 30 for $4.99. The launch includes Oreoverse metaverse experience....
Dog Abandoned by Owner with Heartbreaking Note (VIDEO)
McKamey Animal Center in Chattanooga reunited dog Lilo with her homeless owner who left a heartbreaking note explaining they couldn't afford care....
Pedro Escalera Named Program Director at 104.5 Latino Hits
Pedro Escalera has been appointed Program Director for 104.5 Latino Hits in San Antonio by iHeartMedia, bringing extensive Spanish CHR format expertise from his previous...
Yung Joc Takes Over Mornings at WGZB “B96.5” Louisville
Yung Joc's syndicated Streetz Morning Takeover show joins WGZB B96.5 in Louisville, replacing Nick Cannon. The show debuted January 2nd and expands to 18 stations....
Urban Ones Expands Syndication for Amanda Seales Show
Urban One's Reach Media expands The Amanda Seales Show syndication to Houston, Columbus, Richmond, and Charlotte markets after successful Philadelphia launch....
Parent Slaps School Bus Driver, Students Exit Through Windows
This bus driver is very nice because it would have been very possible to knock that parents’ teeth out after this. Viral video posted on...
NLE CHOPPA KICKS OFF NEW YEAR WITH “23”
NLE Choppa releases hard-hitting new single '23' to kick off 2023. The Memphis rapper delivers menacing bars over elegant strings and bombastic beats....
Religious Dispute Ends in Pastor Shot
Georgia pastor McGauley was shot by his cousin after a religious discussion about heaven and hell turned violent following a family funeral in Jacksonville....
Rising Afrobeat Artists Redefining the Genre on Global Stage
Rising Afrobeat artists like Ckay, Ruger, and Ladipoe are redefining the genre with fresh sounds and global appeal. These musicians bring new perspectives to Afrobeat....
Nick Gomez Appointed Music Director of HOT 99.5 in D.C.
Nick Gomez has been appointed Music Director of HOT 99.5 in Washington D.C., moving up from his previous role as Night Host at the hit...
Vernon Jones Blocks Man on Facebook; Man Sues and Wins 5,000
So you are supposed to allow insults and disagreement to stay on your social media? Wonder how many politicians are not aware of this. Vernon...
Rick Thomas Named Brand Manager, Beasley Media Tampa Bay
Rick Thomas has been named Brand Manager for Beasley Media Group's Tampa radio cluster, overseeing six stations including WQYK-FM where he'll also serve as Program...
Joe Budden Podcast: French Montana Video Set Shooting
The Joe Budden Podcast discusses the shooting at French Montana's Miami music video set that injured ten people. Joe Budden alleges the incident began as...
J.I. Releases “Officially Done” Single and Video
J.I. releases sultry new single and music video 'It's Officially Done' sampling 112's classic hit. The track previews his upcoming EP while showcasing his blend...
ZAI1K RELEASES HIS BRAND-NEW SONG JUST “FOR YOU”
17-year-old rap newcomer Zai1k releases his new single 'For You' via Columbia Records. The Broward County native follows up his viral hit 'Dump It Dummy'...
MALIK BAPTISTE – “ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW” FT. SNOH AALEGRA
GRAMMY-winning producer Malik Baptiste releases new single "All You Need To Know" featuring Snoh Aalegra, marking a new chapter in his artistic journey....