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.
Christopher Jackson Joins PBS’ A Capitol Fourth
Emmy and Grammy winner Christopher Jackson from Broadway's Hamilton joins PBS' A Capitol Fourth July 4th broadcast. The Tony-nominated actor will perform alongside stars like...
Roxanne Steele Named Permanent Midday Show Host
99.5 WYCD announces Roxanne Steele as permanent midday host weekdays 10am-3pm. Former B96 Chicago and 98-7 AMP Radio personality transitions to country radio....
Kareem “Biggs” Burke on Jay Z, Dame Dash, “Reasonable Doubt”
Kareem 'Biggs' Burke discusses building Roc-A-Fella Records with Jay-Z and Dame Dash around the classic 'Reasonable Doubt' album in new REVOLT TV interview....
Quincy Harris Lands TV Show
Radio veteran Quincy Harris launches his own TV show 'The Q' on Philadelphia's FOX 29 starting September 12th. The variety talk show focuses on pop...
Jesse Williams’ Powerful BET Awards 2016 Speech (vid)
Jesse Williams delivered a powerful speech at the 2016 BET Awards after receiving the Humanitarian Award, addressing activism and social justice issues....
Novo Late Night: THE ROOTS & SPECIAL GUESTS
The Roots delivered an electrifying late-night concert at The Novo with surprise guests T.I., Marsha Ambrosia, and Common, plus tributes to Prince....
The Novo Late Night Concert Performances by: Metro Boomin
Producer Metro Boomin headlined a late night concert at The Novo during BET Awards 2016 weekend, performing hits like Kanye West's "Father Stretch My Hands...
Traci Steele Awkward Interview with Kevin Gates
Traci Steele's backstage interview with Kevin Gates at Hot 107.9's Birthday Bash went viral for being awkward, but her professional handling offers lessons for radio...
Tavis Smiley & JJ Abrams Team on Jackson TV Series
Tavis Smiley partners with J.J. Abrams' Bad Robot Productions to develop a TV series about Michael Jackson's final months for Warner Bros. Television....
Kevin Gates’ Interesting Interview with Hot 107.9’s Traci Steele
Kevin is usually in a better mood than this but Traci handled it like a true "broadcasting professional." (lol) Great job....
RUSS PARR’S URBAN AC RATINGS RISE
The Russ Parr Morning Show doubled its ratings from 3.1 to 6.1 AQH share in just five months after transitioning to Urban AC format on...
SHIRLEY CAESAR Back on Top with #1 Debut Album
Gospel legend Shirley Caesar's new album Fill This House debuts at #1 on Billboard's Top Gospel Albums Chart, featuring collaborations with Anthony Hamilton....
Larry King Urges Bobby Brown to Heal with Cissy Houston
Bobby Brown tells Larry King he wants to heal his relationship with Whitney Houston's family after Cissy Houston called his recent interview disturbing....
Oprah and Greenleaf Cast at Official Screening
Oprah Winfrey and the cast of 'Greenleaf' celebrated at the official screening for OWN's new drama series about a Memphis megachurch family....
BET’s New Show About the Music Industry (vid)
BET's new docu-series Music Moguls follows hip-hop entrepreneurs Birdman, Dame Dash, Jermaine Dupri, and Snoop Dogg as they navigate the business....
2112 Incubator Expands Music Tech in Chicago
2112 Incubator at Fort Knox Studios has become Chicago's premier music tech startup hub, adding 75 member companies and expanding nationally....
McDonald’s 365Black Awards Honor Toni Braxton, Charles Tillman
McDonald's 365Black Awards will honor R&B legend Toni Braxton and NFL player Charles Tillman at the 13th annual ceremony during ESSENCE Festival in New Orleans....
Muhammad Ali Obituary “What’s My Name” (vid)
A powerful short documentary tribute to boxing legend and humanitarian Muhammad Ali from the New York Times, exploring his iconic legacy....
WGN’s Underground Cast Holds Panel Discussion
WGN's hit series Underground cast and creators held an exclusive panel discussion. The show, executive produced by John Legend, was renewed for season 2....
Stars Out for All Def Digital Central Intelligence
Russell Simmons' All Def Digital hosted a VIP screening for Central Intelligence starring Dwayne Johnson and Kevin Hart at TCL Chinese Theater. Celebrity guests included...
Marquis Boone Enterprises: Six Billboard No. 1s
Atlanta label Marquis Boone Enterprises celebrates six Billboard #1 hits from gospel artists Casey J and Briana Babineaux. Casey J's 'Fill Me Up' and 'I'm...
Time Life Purple Vinyl: Prince Hits Limited Edition
Time Life releases limited edition purple vinyl featuring Prince's legendary guitar solo on 'While My Guitar Gently Weeps' from his 2004 Rock & Roll Hall...
V 103 Summer Block Party: Chicago’s Best Summer Line-Up
V103's 22nd Annual Summer Block Party brings Chicago's biggest R&B lineup featuring Erykah Badu, Tank, SWV, and Jazmine Sullivan to Northerly Island July 15, 2016....
Muhammad Ali Procession and Memorial Live on Bounce TV
Bounce TV will air Muhammad Ali's funeral procession and memorial service live and commercial-free on June 10, featuring coverage from Louisville....
May RIAA Digital Single Awards
In May 2016, RIAA certified 65 Digital Single Awards and 26 Album Awards. Complete lists of all RIAA Gold & Platinum Awards dating back to...