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.
RCA Inspiration Earns 18 Stellar Gospel Nominations
RCA Inspiration earns 18 nominations at the 37th Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards. Mali Music leads with 7 nominations for his collaboration album with Jonathan...
Top 7 High Yield Savings Accounts
Compare the top 7 high yield savings accounts with APY rates up to 1.00%. Find the best online banks offering competitive rates and low minimum...
Mr. Universe Fights for Life After Window Jump
Former Mr. Universe Calum von Moger is fighting for his life after jumping through a second-floor window, suffering severe spinal injuries and requiring major surgery....
TOWNSQUARE Q1 NET REVENUE AND ADJUSTED EBITDA SET RECORD
Townsquare Media reports record Q1 2022 results with 13% revenue growth and 16% digital revenue increase. The digital-first local media company exceeded guidance with digital...
KISS FM Adds New On-Air Personality to Johnjay & Rich
104.7 KISS FM Phoenix announces Payton Whitmore as the newest on-air personality for The Johnjay & Rich Show. The 23-year-old joins the morning show permanently....
STAR 101.3 Debuts Marcus and Corey in San Francisco Mornings
STAR 101.3 San Francisco announces Corey Foley joins Marcus to host new morning drive show starting June 3. The Hot Adult Contemporary station features hits...
POWER 96.1 ANNOUNCES INAGURAL SUMMER BALL CONCERT LINE UP
Power 96.1 announces inaugural Summer Ball concert featuring The Chainsmokers, Kane Brown, and Charlie Puth at Ameris Bank Amphitheater June 27....
Woman Shoots Man Over Oral Sex Refusal
The Breakfast Club discussed Anneisha Speed, who shot at her date after he refused oral sex. Speed received probation and community service for the incident....
Teddy Riley Honored for 30 Years of New Jack Swing
New York legislators honor Teddy Riley and Keith Sweat at Apollo Theater for 30 years of New Jack Swing's impact on music industry....
Wilt Wallace Named SVP/Urban Columbia Records
Wilt Wallace has been named Senior Vice President of Urban Promotion at Columbia Records. The Atlanta-based executive previously held the same role at Warner Records....
Childish Gambino Cancels Australia Tour
Childish Gambino cancelled his Australian tour dates due to a foot injury sustained in Dallas. Live Nation is working to reschedule the shows....
LA Riots at 30: Media Reflections
A firsthand account of the 1992 LA Riots from a KKBT radio insider, exploring media manipulation and the Black community's response to the Rodney King...
Music Releases: PJ Morton and Future
PJ Morton drops 'Watch The Sun' featuring Stevie Wonder and Nas, while Future releases ninth album 'I Never Liked You' with Drake collaborations this weekend....
LIL TJAY CELEBRATES 21ST BIRTHDAY WITH NEW TRACK GOIN UP
Lil Tjay celebrates his 21st birthday with new single 'Goin' Up,' showcasing his signature blend of melodic rap and singing. The track follows his platinum...
Keri Hilson, Mary Mary, Tevin Campbell Honored at Black
The 7th Annual Black Music Honors celebrates R&B legends including Keri Hilson, Tevin Campbell, Mary Mary, and Dru Hill at Atlanta's Cobb Energy Centre on...
Kevin Ross: Why You Should NOT Retire (video)
Kevin Ross shares industry insights on why artists shouldn't retire, drawing from 27 years of music business experience and audience statistics....
Kevin Ross on Growing Music Options (video)
R&B artist Kevin Ross discusses the expanding music industry and increased access to music options. He challenges misconceptions about the industry dying....
NPR WCLK Radio and the Jazz Music Awards Partner with
NPR affiliate Jazz 91.9 WCLK partners with Jazz Music Awards for International Jazz Day 2022 Global Concert at UN Headquarters, promoting global peace and unity....
Siblings Dead After Tree Falls on Golf Cart During Vacation
Two young siblings, ages 8 and 9, died when strong winds caused a tree to fall on their golf cart during a family camping trip...
Why Do We Hide Our Success in the Black Community (video)
Exploring why success is often downplayed in the Black entertainment industry. Radio industry professional discusses the tendency to avoid ruffling feathers....
Man Fatally Shot Found in Vehicle with 3-Year-Old
A man was found fatally shot in his vehicle with a 3-year-old boy in West Houston Friday night. Police believe the victim knew the shooter...
The Weeknd Releases Out of Time Remix Bundle
The Weeknd teams up with Kaytranada for a remix of 'Out of Time' from his Dawn FM album. The remix bundle includes instrumental and radio...
Republic Records Appoints Danielle Price as EVP
Republic Records names Danielle Price as Executive Vice President, bringing her extensive legal background and experience with top hip-hop artists to the label's leadership team....
PHIL THORNTON NAMED SENIOR VP OF CAPITOL CHRISTIAN
Phil Thornton has been appointed Senior Vice President of Capitol Christian Music Group, focusing on new business development and talent signing. The highly-regarded music executive...
Key Networks Partners with Beasley on Esports
Key Networks partners with Beasley Media Group to launch esports radio features Quick Hits and Game Pop for stations nationwide. The programming targets younger audiences...