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.
Prosecutor in R. Kelly Case Accused of Affair
Former federal prosecutor Angel Krull accused of inappropriate relationship with R. Kelly victim, including undocumented meetings and suspicious phone contact....
TikTok Users Slam Airbnb Slave Cabin Listing
TikTok users criticized Airbnb for allowing a controversial rental listing of an 1830s slave cabin at Belmont Plantation in Mississippi, prompting an apology from the...
Premier Protein Shakes and more Recalled
Lyons Magnus voluntarily recalls Premier Protein shakes and other nutritional products due to potential microbial contamination including Cronobacter sakazakii....
Traveler Fined $2000 for Undeclared Fast Food
A traveler was fined nearly $2000 for bringing undeclared McDonald's food from Bali to Australia. The harsh penalty reflects strict biosecurity rules....
Jobs in LA County No Longer Require Citizenship
LA County eliminates citizenship requirements for most county jobs, opening opportunities to 880,000 non-citizen residents. The policy excludes law enforcement positions....
Opinion: Buying a Bed at Ashley
Customer shares detailed experience buying a bed from Ashley Furniture, including delivery issues, billing problems, and credit card delays....
Rapper Mystikal Arrested for Rape and Domestic Violence
New Orleans rapper Mystikal was arrested on first-degree rape and domestic violence charges. The investigation by Ascension Parish sheriff's office is ongoing....
PRS for Music appoints Laura Mvula to its Member Council
Award-winning singer-songwriter Laura Mvula has been appointed to the PRS Member Council, bringing her expertise as a MOBO and Ivor Novello award winner....
Puppy Abandoned in Hot Car with Taped Mouth
A 3-month-old husky puppy was rescued from a hot car in Las Vegas after being left with his mouth taped shut in 113-degree heat while...
San Francisco Declares Public Health Emergency for Monkeypox
San Francisco declared a public health emergency for monkeypox to combat the outbreak amid high vaccine demand. The city has 261 confirmed cases....
Tisha Campbell on Martin’s Legacy and Uncoupled
Tisha Campbell discusses the lasting impact of the classic sitcom Martin and her new show Uncoupled in a recent Ebro interview. She shares how fans...
Judge Orders Seizure of Funds from Ex-Mayor Kilpatrick
Federal judge orders seizure of crowdfunding money from ex-Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick and wife over unpaid $193,000 restitution debt....
Mega Millions Jackpot Surpasses $1 Billion After No Winner
The Mega Millions jackpot has surpassed $1 billion after no winner emerged from Tuesday's drawing. This makes Friday's drawing the 2nd highest in Mega Millions...
New Home Sales Drop 8% as Buyers Leave High-Priced Markets
New home sales fell 8.1% in June 2022 as buyers flee expensive markets like LA and San Francisco. Remote work enables relocation to affordable areas....
Tamron Hall Joins NAB Leadership Foundation Board
Emmy-winning host Tamron Hall joins the NAB Leadership Foundation Board as industry ambassador, focusing on developing diverse broadcast executives....
TD Jakes Faces Criticism for Comments on Successful Women
TD Jakes faces backlash for his sermon 'Real Men Pour In' claiming successful women are 'raised to be men' and empty inside despite achievements....
Kelly Rowland Responds to Racism Criticism at Sesame Place
Kelly Rowland responded to viral video showing Sesame Place character allegedly snubbing Black children while greeting white child. The R&B star said the parade would...
WINNERS ANNOUNCED FOR THE 4th (AAFCA) TV HONORS
The African American Film Critics Association announced winners of its 4th Annual TV Honors, with Abbott Elementary winning Best Comedy and creator Quinta Brunson taking...
Yung Joc and Streetz Morning Takeover Extend 2 Years
Yung Joc and the Streetz Morning Takeover have been renewed for 2 more years on Atlanta's Streetz 94.5. The Love & Hip-Hop star continues mornings...
HeadKrack from Rickey Smileys Show Embarks on European Tour
HeadKrack from the Rickey Smiley Morning Show embarks on European tour with hip-hop group Bodega Brovas, hitting France, Ireland, Germany and UK....
Nielsen Reveals the Modernization of AC Radio
Nielsen study reveals AC radio stations now play 40% more current music than five years ago, replacing artists like Rod Stewart with Kelly Clarkson and...
NPG Records and Warner Bros. Honor Princes Legacy
NPG Records and Warner Bros. announce Prince 4Ever, featuring 40 beloved hits plus unreleased track 'Moonbeam Levels' from 1982. First Prince release since his passing....
Quincy Jones Wins $9.4M Verdict vs MJJ Productions
Quincy Jones wins $9.4 million verdict against Michael Jackson's MJJ Productions for unpaid royalties from This Is It soundtrack and Cirque du Soleil shows....
Whitney Houston: Life and Death
New York Times bestselling author Mark Bego releases a new Whitney Houston biography detailing her rise and tragic fall, including firsthand encounters....