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.
Shaquille O’Neal Buys Stake in the Sacramento Kings
Shaquille O'Neal purchases ownership stake in Sacramento Kings, marking a new business venture for the former NBA star who previously called the team "Queens."...
Stevie Wonder Advises Marvin Gaye’s Family on Lawsuit
Stevie Wonder offers guidance to Marvin Gaye's family regarding the high-profile Blurred Lines copyright lawsuit, drawing from his own legal experiences....
Sherri Shepherd Stars in “How I Met Your Mother”
Emmy-winning "The View" co-host Sherri Shepherd guest stars in tonight's "How I Met Your Mother" premiere as "Daphne" in a seven-episode recurring role....
UrbanDaddy Files Complaint Against USA Today
UrbanDaddy filed a lawsuit against USA Today for breach of contract and trade secret misappropriation regarding 'The Point' digital media service for Hilton hotels....
Nielsen Gains Regulatory Approval to Acquire Arbitron
Nielsen received FTC approval to acquire radio measurement company Arbitron for $1.3 billion, expanding cross-platform media measurement capabilities....
URBANWORLD FEST FRIDAY NIGHT SPOTLIGHTS
The 17th Annual Urbanworld Film Festival presented by BET Networks featured screenings of GUN HILL and FINDING THE FUNK with celebrity appearances....
Musiq Soulchild Signs with My Block Inc.
R&B star Musiq Soulchild signs with Warryn Campbell's My Block Inc./eOne Music for his upcoming album release. The Grammy-nominated artist joins the label's roster....
THE GRAMMY NOMINATIONS CONCERT LIVE from LA!
The Grammy Nominations Concert Live airs December 6th on CBS from LA's Nokia Theatre, officially kicking off Grammy season with live nomination reveals....
Wharton MBA Classes Now Free Online
Wharton Business School now offers free online MBA courses including financial accounting, marketing, and corporate finance. These courses replicate first-year content taught by the same...
Michael Baisden on Women’s Bad Choices
Michael Baisden discusses women's dating choices, reality TV's impact, and his post-radio future at For Sisters Only 2013 celebration with V-103's Sytonnia....
Mister Cee Breaks Down While Talking to Ebro on Hot 97
Mister Cee resigned from Hot 97 following a prostitution scandal. DJ broke down during emotional interview with Ebro on the morning show....
Mr Cee Set Up by Blogger Recording Pick-Up
Popular YouTube blogger reveals being the transgender person involved in Mr. Cee pickup incident. Audio and video evidence of the encounter released....
Mr Cee Resigns from Hot 97
Legendary Hot 97 DJ Mr Cee resigned after 20 years following personal scandal involving alleged encounters with male prostitutes. Station issued supportive statement....
Jennifer Hudson in The Inevitable Defeat of Mister & Pete
Jennifer Hudson stars as a drug-addicted prostitute in 'The Inevitable Defeat of Mister and Pete,' opening in select theaters October 11th....
Nicki Minaj Sued by Indie Artist for Copyright Infringement
Nicki Minaj faces copyright infringement lawsuit from indie artist Clive Tanaka, who claims her hit "Starships" stole from his 2011 song "Neu Chicago."...
Santillian with Mobb Deep Interview/Performance
Mobb Deep sits down with Kyle Santillian during their 20th Anniversary Tour stop in Greensboro, featuring an exclusive interview and performance on 102 Jamz....
Judge Excuses AEG Executives from Michael Jackson Lawsuit
Judge dismisses AEG executives from Katherine Jackson's negligence lawsuit but allows case against AEG Live to proceed over Michael Jackson's death....
JAY Z Announces Magna Carter World Tour Dates
JAY Z announces 34-date North American Magna Carter World Tour starting November 30th. Tickets go on sale September 12th following his double platinum album release....
Raven Symone & AzMarie Livingston in Atlanta
Raven Symone was spotted with girlfriend AzMarie Livingston during Labor Day weekend festivities in Atlanta, sharing a sweet moment together....
Tamar Braxton visits WBLS
Tamar Braxton made a special appearance at WBLS radio station. The R&B star was spotted hanging out at the popular urban music station....
Tyler Perry Lays Hands on TD Jakes with Convincing Testimony
Tyler Perry delivers a powerful testimony while praying with TD Jakes, overcoming Hollywood resistance and childhood abuse to become a successful mogul....
Sheryl Underwood’s “Afro Hair” Comments Spark Outrage
Comedian Sheryl Underwood sparked outrage with comments about Afro hair being 'nappy' while calling white hair 'silky and beautiful' on CBS' The Talk....
Video of Wild Wings Altercation
Surveillance footage from Wild Wings restaurant shows the night 25 black patrons were involved in an altercation. The video appears to show a peaceful scene....
League of Denial: NFL’s Hidden Brain Injury Knowledge
FRONTLINE's League of Denial documentary exposes the NFL's alleged cover-up of long-term brain injuries in players. The investigation reveals hidden facts about what the league...
Timbaland Working on a Project with Michael Jackson?
So apparently Timbaland is working on a new Michael Jackson project. By the way, Happy Birthday to the man that some people consider The G.O.A.T....
