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.
Johnson Publishing Photo Archive Acquired
A consortium of major foundations purchased Johnson Publishing's historic 4 million-image archive for $30 million, donating it to the Smithsonian and other institutions....
Sony Music Masterworks Acquires Soundtrack Label
Sony Music Masterworks acquires Milan Records, a leading soundtrack label behind Ghost, Deadpool, and Birdman scores. The deal enhances Sony's film and TV music presence....
TuneIn Appoints Juliette Morris As New CEO
TuneIn appoints Juliette Morris as new CEO, promoting the former CMO who drove significant growth since 2018. Morris brings media executive experience from HBO, Viacom,...
Unusual Animal Encounters Captured in Whimsical Narrative
A collection of unusual animal encounters told through creative storytelling and whimsical narrative style....
LSU vs Georgia: Simmons Shines Again
Simmons delivers another standout performance in the highly anticipated LSU vs Georgia college football matchup. The player continues to showcase exceptional skills on the field....
Roc Nation Names Co Presidents Shari Bryant and Omar Grant
Roc Nation announces Shari Bryant and Omar Grant as new Co-Presidents. Both industry veterans previously worked at the label before roles at major companies....
National Chocolate Cake Day: GMA Viewers Share Recipes
Good Morning America viewers celebrate National Chocolate Cake Day by sharing their favorite homemade chocolate cake recipes and baking tips....
Netflix Cancels “She’s Gotta Have it”
Netflix has officially cancelled Spike Lee's 'She's Gotta Have It' series adaptation of his iconic 1986 film. Chief Content Officer Ted Sarandos praised Lee despite...
Rudy Rush moves to KKDA on “DeDe in the Morning”
Comedian Rudy Rush left KRNB's show with Claudia Jordan to rejoin DeDe McGuire's syndicated morning show at KKDA Dallas. Jordan now hosts solo while the...
Sybil Wilkes: Media & Community Impact
Sybil Wilkes, co-host of the nationally syndicated Tom Joyner Morning Show, was celebrated for her media impact and community service in 2015....
RCA Inspiration Wins Top Gospel Song at 2019 Billboards
Koryn Hawthorne wins her first Billboard Music Award for Top Gospel Song with "Won't He Do It" at the 2019 ceremony. The hit spent a...
Twice Announces First U.S. Dates for 2019 World Tour
K-Pop superstars TWICE announce their first-ever U.S. tour dates as part of TWICELIGHTS World Tour 2019, hitting Los Angeles, Newark, and Chicago in July....
SHOWTIME ANNOUNCES HOMBRE PILOT CAST WITH GAEL GARC�A BERNAL
Showtime announces cast for new pilot HOMBRE starring Gael Garc�a Bernal. The emotional thriller follows undocumented Mexican-American family man fighting ICE detention....
Mary J. Blige & Nas Co-Headline North American Tour
Hip-hop and R&B legends Mary J. Blige and Nas announce their first-ever co-headline North American tour this summer. The 22-city tour kicks off July 11th....
LSD Debut Album with Sia, Diplo, Labrinth
LSD releases their debut album today featuring collaborative tracks from Sia, Diplo, and Labrinth. The trio will perform together for the first time on Ellen....
Ready to Love & Love and Marriage: New Episodes
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network orders new episodes of hit reality series Ready to Love and Love & Marriage: Huntsville for fall return on Saturday nights....
Koryn Hawthorne Earns Triple Nominations at Billboard Awards
Gospel star Koryn Hawthorne receives triple Billboard Music Award nominations for Top Gospel Artist, Album, and Song. The rising star continues her record-breaking year with...
Jonathan Azu Launches Culture Collective Artist Management
Jonathan Azu, former Red Light Management executive, launches Culture Collective, a new artist management company focused on urban genre artists and diverse leadership in entertainment....
Rachael Ray, Michele Norris to Moderate Michelle Obama Tour
Rachael Ray and Michele Norris announced as moderators for Michelle Obama's Becoming book tour stops in Austin and Houston. The bestselling memoir tour continues with...
O’Bryan: Rise, Fall & Don Cornelius Rumors
80s R&B star O'Bryan discusses his mentorship with Soul Train creator Don Cornelius and addresses long-standing industry rumors about their relationship....
Showtime’s Action on Sports Gambling
Showtime announces ACTION, a four-part documentary series exploring sports gambling legalization following the 2018 Supreme Court ruling. The series premieres March 24....
PHOTOS: Westwood One Backstage at the GRAMMYs
Westwood One hosted their exclusive Backstage at the GRAMMYs event at Staples Center with performances by Lauren Jauregui and Madison Beer. Multiple radio shows and...
L.A. Reid and HITCO Entertainment Celebrate the 2019 Grammys
Music mogul L.A. Reid hosted an intimate 2019 Grammy celebration at his home with HITCO Entertainment artists and A-list guests including Jennifer Lopez, Tinashe, and...
WQYK-FM Tampa Gets New Morning Hosts
WQYK-FM Tampa welcomes Melanie Mineau as co-host of the newly renamed 'Morning Krewe with Marc and Melanie' alongside Marc Jason. The experienced radio personality returns...
B. Smith’s Husband Explains New Girlfriend During Alzheimer’s
B. Smith's husband Dan Gasby defends his decision to date while caring for his wife who suffers from Alzheimer's disease. The new girlfriend helps with...