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.
Music Industry: Escape for Gang Members?
TJ Holmes explores whether the music industry serves as the primary escape route for gang members on his BET show Don't Sleep, addressing Chicago violence....
Mary J. Blige Financial Woes Continue
Mary J. Blige faces a $2.2 million lawsuit from Signature Bank over a defaulted loan. The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul and husband Martin Isaacs defaulted...
Musiq Soulchild performing for FUNERAL HOME?
Musiq Soulchild will perform at Calahan Funeral Home's 4th Annual Celebration of Giving Benefit Concert to support homeless Americans and scholarships....
KKDA Makes Changes with De De McGuire Show
KKDA-FM's K104 Morning Show adds comedian Michael Shawn to join host De De McGuire and Lady Jade starting December 10th. The Dallas hip-hop station promises...
Not Black Enough?
Hilarious parody video shows fake NAACP confronting a black man they deem 'not black enough.' Comedy sketch tackles racial identity debates in urban culture....
Snake Pukes up Cow
Incredible footage shows a snake attempting to swallow an entire cow, only to regurgitate it whole when the meal proves too large....
Steve Barnett Named Chairman/CEO Of Capitol Music Group
Steve Barnett has been named Chairman/CEO of Capitol Music Group by Universal Music Group's Lucian Grainge. The appointment positions Barnett to lead EMI's global revitalization...
The Recording Academy Announces 2013 GRAMMY Hall of Fame
The Recording Academy announces 27 new Grammy Hall of Fame inductees for 2013, including Whitney Houston's self-titled album and classics from Ray Charles, Billy Joel,...
MC Hammer Joins PSY at American Music Awards!
MC Hammer joined PSY on stage at the American Music Awards for an epic Gangnam Style performance that brought the house down....
WIFC Seeks General Sales Manager
WIFC 95.5 in Wausau, WI seeks experienced General Sales Manager. Position requires proven sales management track record and team leadership skills....
Reporter Asks Chris Christie about Twinkies (video)
A reporter asks Republican Governor Chris Christie about Twinkies in a lighthearted interview moment. Christie handles the unexpected question with humor....
Lauryn Hill Disappoints Chicago Fans with a “Miserable” Set
Lauryn Hill Disappoints Chicago Fans with a "Miserable" SetA Chicago Tribune concert reviewer states that Lauryn Hills performance last night at the Congress Theater was...
Tavis Smiley Calls for White House Conference on Poverty
Tavis Smiley calls for White House conference to end poverty while continuing criticism of President Obama's policies and approach to economic issues....
Juicy J’s “Bandz A Make Her Dance” Tops Urban Charts
Juicy J's hit single "Bandz A Make Her Dance" climbs to #1 on the Mediabase Urban Charts with 3,864 spins, surpassing Miguel's "Adorn" for the...
The Beatles’ Magical Mystery Tour Revisited
The Beatles' controversial 1967 surreal film Magical Mystery Tour, unavailable for decades, returns to PBS Great Performances fully restored with remixed soundtrack....
Judge Tosses Massive Suit “Girls Gone Wild”
Judge overturns $21 million in damages against Joe Francis in Steve Wynn defamation case. Court ruled Wynn's attorneys presented inadmissible evidence during trial....
Voice of Elmo Accused of Underage Sex Charge
Kevin Clash, the longtime voice of Elmo on Sesame Street, takes leave amid accusations of inappropriate relationship with underage boy. Clash denies allegations....
WGCI 13TH ANNUAL BIG JAM BY NIKE – 7 DAYS AWAY
107.5 WGCI's 13th Annual Big Jam features Rick Ross, Kelly Rowland, Usher, and more at Chicago's Allstate Arena November 16, 2012....
EMI Gospel Signs Deal with Keith “Wonderboy” Johnson
EMI Gospel signs exclusive recording deal with Keith 'Wonderboy' Johnson, the acclaimed quartet gospel artist with 12 albums and signature traditional sound....
Media Divests Power 105.5/The King
Light Media sells Power 105.5/The King radio station to Mt. Olive Baptist Church after successfully converting from secular rap to inspirational gospel format....
Tavis Smiley and Other Blacks’ Fate After Obama’s Win
Political commentators Tavis Smiley, Cornel West, and actress Stacey Dash face uncertain futures after their opposition to Obama's presidential campaign....
Tammi Terrell’s Tragic Journey from Motown Star to Survivor
TV One's documentary reveals Tammi Terrell's tragic life story, from her successful Motown duets with Marvin Gaye to her struggles with abuse and brain cancer...
Mary J Blige Will Cringe When She Sees This
Viral video shows inappropriate funeral performance that's drawing comparisons to Mary J. Blige's style. The awkward singing moment has shocked viewers....
You are NOT Ready for THIS!!! Most Racist Obama Image
A racist and disrespectful image of President Obama was discovered at a Shell gas station in Madison, Wisconsin, highlighting ongoing political tensions....
NBC News & TV One Confirm Guests for 2012 Election Night
NBC News and TV One announce star-studded panel for 2012 Presidential Election Night coverage featuring Roland Martin, Craig Melvin, and political experts....
