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.
Usher’s Stepson Declared Brain Dead After Jet Ski Accident
Usher's 11-year-old stepson Kyle Glover was declared brain dead after being struck by a jet ski while riding an inner tube on Lake Lanier in...
Matthew Knowles Talks Destiny’s Child Reunion
Matthew Knowles reveals plans for new Destiny's Child catalog records and discusses possibility of reunion tour in next five years, depending on solo careers....
This Woman is 64-Years-Old?
A 64-year-old great grandmother proves age is just a number with her incredible appearance. Her youthful look challenges stereotypes about aging....
Universal Republic Expands, Naim Ali McNair Named VP A&R
Universal Republic Records expands its Urban A&R department by hiring Tab Nkhereanye and Naim Ali McNair as Vice Presidents. Both bring extensive experience from major...
Samantha Jordan: KTRH Houston to WDBO Orlando
Samantha Jordan is leaving KTRH Houston after two years to join WDBO Orlando as Reporter/Anchor. She's returning to her hometown to work with Cox Media...
WFAN’s 3rd Annual Fantasy Phenom
WFAN launches its 3rd annual Fantasy Phenom Challenge on July 12th, giving contestants a chance to win an on-air shift on Sports Radio 66 WFAN....
Uncle Sam is Upset with R Kelly for not Sharing the Love
R. Kelly owes $4.8 million in back taxes to the IRS dating from 2005-2010. His representatives say they're working to resolve the tax debt issue....
Mary J. Blige Charity Faces Lawsuits and Money Issues
Mary J. Blige's charity faces lawsuits for defaulting on a $250,000 bank loan and failing to pay musicians from a 2011 benefit concert featuring Christina...
Bobby Brown Discusses New Album “Masterpiece” at 106 & Park
Bobby Brown discusses his new album 'Masterpiece' in an exclusive backstage interview at 106 & Park, sharing insights about his latest musical project....
Waka Flocka Flame Visits K104 PD George Cook in Dallas
Waka Flocka Flame visited K104 in Dallas during his Club Paradise Tour, meeting with Program Director George Cook and station crew....
Think Like a Man Banned in France
Think Like a Man movie has been banned in France due to its all-black cast, raising questions about diversity in French cinema despite the film's...
Whitney Houston Tribute at Billboard Awards (video)
Whitney Houston received a special tribute performance at the Billboard Awards. The tribute honored the legendary singer's musical legacy and impact on R&B....
Rock the Bells 2012 Huge Line-Up Announcement
Rock the Bells 2012 announces massive lineup featuring Kid Cudi, J. Cole, Wiz Khalifa, and reunited Bone Thugs-N-Harmony across four cities starting August 19....
Nick Cannon Launches New Company, 12Society
Nick Cannon launches 12Society, a lifestyle company focusing on culture, technology and commerce, partnering with Tim Lincecum and Michael Strahan....
Nephew of Stevie Wonder Arrested for Extortion
Alpha Lorenzo Walker, claiming to be Stevie Wonder's nephew, was arrested on felony extortion charges after demanding money to keep false incest allegations from tabloids....
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Mayor Bloomberg to Keynote Eagle Week in NYC
Mayor Michael Bloomberg will keynote Eagle Week events May 7-12, 2012, celebrating the Eagle Academy Foundation's work with inner-city young men of color in NYC....
The King’s Men Tour Announcement
Kirk Franklin, Marvin Sapp, Donnie McClurkin and Israel Houghton announce The King's Men tour, marking the first major U.S. gospel tour produced by Live Nation....
Omarion Signs with Rick Ross’ MMG Label
Former B2K member Omarion has officially signed with Rick Ross' Maybach Music Group label, marking a major career move for the R&B singer....
Two Days Until the Avengers Save the Planet!
Hip-hop producers and urban media personalities share rave reviews of The Avengers movie. Industry insiders call it the best superhero film ever made....
Pauly D on the One’s & Two’s at Harrah’s Pool After Dark
Pauly D performed at Harrah's Pool After Dark to a sold-out crowd alongside DJs Ringo, Vito G, and Konflikt in an epic Vegas pool party...
Michael Baisden’s Cancellation Sparks Radio Debate
Several years ago when syndicated radio took over the airwaves at Black (more than any other format) there was an outcry of sheer disappointment acknowledging...
Zurek brings voice and look to Sunset Soiree
Congrats to industry vet Zurek (aka Rick Party) on his latest endeavor.Zurek's "Soiree on the beach" with Actress/Model, Kali....
WHAT IN DE FOOK? Brian McKnight’s New Song (vid)
I realize it's a new day and that the music industry has changed and I would guess older artists have to do what they have...
