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.
Voice Your Inspiration Contest
Ray Chew and RCA Inspiration launch Voice Your Inspiration contest seeking the next great inspirational artist. Winner receives RCA singles deal and Carnegie Hall performance...
Sept 17 has been Declared “Almost” Wanda Smith Day
Sept 17 declared 'Almost' Wanda Smith Day commemorating her missed opportunity to roast comedian Katt Williams. The day celebrates the infamous V103 radio moment....
Hold the Dark Debuts at Toronto Fest
Netflix debuts psychological thriller Hold the Dark starring Jeffrey Wright at Toronto International Film Festival. The film launches globally on Netflix September 28, 2018....
Vinyl Resurgence Continues Despite Streaming Revolution
Vinyl album sales jumped from 3.23 million to 4.1 million units in 2017, defying streaming dominance. Industry experts say the vinyl revival shows lasting power...
Music Industry Favors EU Passing Copyright Reforms
European Parliament approves controversial Article 13 copyright reforms making internet platforms liable for user content. Music industry supports the measure while tech companies like YouTube...
Apple Music Challenges Spotify in U.S. Market
Apple Music now surpasses Spotify in U.S. paid subscribers according to confidential data, while Spotify maintains its global lead with 75 million international subscribers....
Robert Glasper on Lauryn Hill’s Antics: No Eye Contact
Robert Glasper reveals Lauryn Hill's demanding behavior during recording sessions, including no eye contact rules and insisting on being called Miss Hill....
Lady Gaga Launches Exclusive Residency
Lady Gaga launches exclusive Las Vegas residency at Park Theater featuring two unique shows: ENIGMA pop hits experience and JAZZ & PIANO stripped-down performances....
Music Industry Vet Dedry Jones has Died
Music retailer Dedry Jones of The Experience with Dedry Jones was found dead in his Chicago home. He owned The Music Experience store for 28...
R. Kelly Docu-Track Admits, Denies and Addresses Everything,
R. Kelly releases a 19-minute documentary track addressing controversies, calling out John Legend and Steve Harvey while discussing Aaliyah, being broke, and abuse allegations....
Rosanne’s Melt Down Caught on Video
Former sitcom star Roseanne's public meltdown captured on video goes viral. Charlamagne tha God shares footage showing the controversial moment....
Jill Scotts Ex-Husband Seeks Return of Stolen Hotel Robes
Jill Scott's ex-husband Michael Dobson demands return of hotel robes in divorce settlement. Scott claims he stole them and she paid the hotel bills....
UM, OK: K-ci and Jo Jo on Tom Joyner
K-Ci and JoJo appeared on the Tom Joyner Morning Show in a confusing segment that left viewers wondering what the R&B duo was doing....
Will Smith Upstaged in #InMyFeelings Challenge
Will Smith dominates the #InMyFeelings Challenge by performing Drake's viral dance on a Budapest bridge, earning over 6 million Instagram views....
Payday? Airport Employee Clashes with Pacman Jones
NFL star Adam 'Pacman' Jones was involved in a violent altercation with airport employee Frank Ragin, who initiated the confrontation and was arrested....
Triller Signs Global Deal with Universal Music Group
Triller announces major licensing deal with Universal Music Group, giving 28 million users access to create AI-powered music videos with songs from Drake, Rihanna and...
Industry Execs: Jones, Rhone & Habtemariam on Billboard
Billboard magazine features top music industry executives Juliette Jones, Sylvia Rhone, and Ethiopia Habtemariam on their latest cover in groundbreaking spotlight....
LeBron James $75,000 a Week Anguilla Beach House (Pics)
LeBron James rented a luxurious Anguilla beach house for $75,000 per week featuring a full-time chef, butler, huge pool, and home theater with complete staff....
Sylvia Rhone Honored at Culture Creators Event
Epic Records president Sylvia Rhone received the Icon award at Culture Creators Awards, emphasizing the need to protect Black culture from exploitation....
INDUSTRY and YouTube Partner For Launch Of YouTube Music
INDUSTRY, a Portland-based marketing company, partnered with YouTube to launch YouTube Music with a comprehensive campaign including brand films, advertisements, and artist partnerships....
XXXTentacion’s Alleged Murderer Booked on Murder Charges
Dedrick D. Williams, 22, has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder in the death of rapper XXXTentacion. Williams has an extensive criminal record including...
Jay Rock Discusses Motorcycle Accident and New Album
Jay Rock opens up about his life-changing motorcycle accident and discusses his new album 'Redemption' during his appearance on The Breakfast Club Radio Show....
Sony Music Masterworks Releases GOTTI Original Soundtrack
Sony Music releases the GOTTI soundtrack featuring Pitbull's first film score work, including the single 'AMORE' with Leona Lewis....
MASS APPEAL, UMG Announce Global Distribution Deal
Mass Appeal and Universal Music Group announced a multi-year global distribution deal covering recorded music and video content. The partnership will distribute Mass Appeal's catalog...
Nina Shaw on Sexual Harassment in Entertainment
Time's Up co-founder Nina Shaw will discuss sexual harassment at the 48th annual Entertainment Industry Conference on June 20, highlighting workplace issues....