Talib Kweli’s New Revenue Stream for Indie Artists?
Talib Kweli launches KweliClub.com offering fans $50 private meet & greets and direct album pre-orders, bypassing traditional industry channels. The underground hip-hop artist creates innovative...
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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.
Prince Releases a Teaser for “Breakfast Can Wait.”
Prince releases a teaser video for his new groove 'Breakfast Can Wait,' marking the artist's surprising embrace of internet promotion....
Madonna Reveals She was Raped at Knifepoint
Madonna reveals in Harper's Bazaar essay that she was raped at knifepoint on a New York rooftop during her early struggling years in the city....
Kerry Washington’s Special Message for Roland Martin, Tom Joyner , & Majic 102
Roland Martin threw a special watch party for the season 3 premiere of Scandal last night and he got a special treat from the leading...
Kerry Washington’s Message for Roland Martin & Majic 102
Kerry Washington delivered a special message to Roland Martin, Tom Joyner Morning Show, and Majic 102 at a Scandal season 3 premiere watch party in...
Michael Jordan: He’d Beat Today’s Top Players
Michael Jordan claims he wouldn't lose to LeBron James, Kobe Bryant or today's top players in his prime, sparking heated debate across the sports world....
Motorcycle Pursuit in LA: Driver Almost Escapes
High-speed motorcycle pursuit unfolds in Los Angeles as rider nearly evades police in dramatic chase. Watch the intense pursuit that had viewers on edge....
Mack Wilds: Acting to Singing Transition
Mack Wilds discusses his transition from acting to music in exclusive interview. The Wire star talks new album 'New York a Love Story' at V-103...
Timbaland: Justin’s “Take Back the Night” Is Biggest Record
Timbaland predicts Justin Timberlake's "Take Back the Night" will be this generation's biggest record, comparing it to Michael Jackson's "Billie Jean."...
This is a FUNNY Drive Thru Prank
If you need a laugh today, check out this Drive-Thru prank....
Look: It’s Ray Parker Jr.
Ray Parker Jr., the legendary R&B musician best known for his hit 'Ghostbusters' theme song, remains an iconic figure in music history....
LOOK: It’s Hazel Gordy… NEW PIC
New photo of Hazel Gordy emerges, Berry Gordy's daughter and Jermaine Jackson's ex-wife. Many fans confused her with Tito Jackson's late wife Delores....
Marvin Gaye III Singing “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You.”
Marvin Gaye III, adopted son of the legendary soul singer, releases his debut single 'Can't Take My Eyes Off You' starring D'xtra Wiley....
Marvin Gaye III Needs Kidney Transplant
Marvin Gaye III announces he needs a kidney transplant after three years of renal failure and dialysis treatment. He's raising awareness about organ donation challenges...
Now This is the Way to Quit Your Job
An employee that had enough at her job and her boss decided to quit in a very special way. You have to see this video....
Why the Affordable Care Act is so Important (vid)
Video explores why the Affordable Care Act remains crucial for providing healthcare coverage to minorities and low-income Americans amid ongoing political battles....
McDonald’s CEO Loses 20 lbs Eating McDonald’s Everyday
McDonald's CEO claims he lost 20 pounds eating McDonald's food daily, promoting the chain's new healthy menu options in response to criticism from documentaries....
McDonald’s CEO Loses 20 lbs Eating McDonald’s Everyday
A few years back the documentary "Fast Food" exposed McDonald's and the fast food industry as disease and death waiting to happen if a person...
Universal Music Names Michele Anthony EVP, U.S. Recorded Music
Universal Music Group appointed Michele Anthony as Executive Vice President of U.S. Recorded Music, effective November 2013. Anthony brings extensive experience from Sony Music and...
NATALIE COLE Receives THREE LATIN GRAMMY Nominations
Grammy winner Natalie Cole receives three Latin Grammy nominations for her Spanish album 'Natalie Cole en Espa�ol,' including Album of the Year....
Thon Hotels Rolls Out Full Legal Music Streaming
Thon Hotels becomes the first hotel chain to offer full catalogue legal music streaming through WiMP service across Scandinavia. Guests receive access vouchers at check-in...
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."...
Walmart’s Online Reality Series: Pick New Big Products
Walmart launches its first original web reality series where American consumers vote for new products to appear on store shelves. The show features 20 entrepreneur...
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....