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.
My Brother’s Keeper Statement from President Obama
President Obama praises mayors for establishing a task force for My Brother's Keeper initiative, focusing on creating opportunities for boys and young men of color...
SoundExchange Launches New Digital Radio Report
SoundExchange launched a new Digital Radio Report showing $162.4 million paid to artists in Q1 2014. The report reveals streaming now accounts for 21% of...
Tamar Braxton Hangs out at KRNB
Tamar Braxton performed to a sold-out crowd in Dallas at House of Blues, featuring hits like Love and War and The One. She visited KRNB...
Iggy Azalea Continues to Set Spotify Records with “Fancy”
Iggy Azalea's 'Fancy' makes Spotify history as the first song to exceed 3 million weekly streams for four consecutive weeks in the U.S....
Marni Halpern Named VP of Pop Promotion, RED Labels
Marni Halpern appointed VP of Pop Promotion at RED Associated Labels, bringing 20+ years experience from Atlantic Records and Epic Records to Sony Music venture....
WXPN ANNOUNCES 15-MONTH LONG ZYDECO CROSSROADS PROJECT
WXPN 88.5 FM launches a 15-month Zydeco Crossroads project to bring Louisiana's energetic Zydeco music and Creole culture to Philadelphia audiences through concerts, educational events,...
The Industry Bids Farewell to Icon Casey Kasem
Legendary radio host Casey Kasem passed away on Father's Day at age 82. His iconic voice was recognized by generations of music fans worldwide....
Prince Opens Paisley Park Studios Friday the 13th
Prince opens Paisley Park Studios doors for special Friday the 13th event featuring Liv Warfield, Blackbird, and NPG Horz. $30 admission for live music and...
LOOK! It’s Brion O’ Brion of Y-98 FM
Brion O'Brion from Y-98 FM spotted at PBR Bar in Ballpark Village, St. Louis. The popular radio personality was photographed enjoying the nightlife scene....
Music Royalty Investments Expand With New Offerings
Royalty Exchange launches multi-unit auctions allowing multiple investors to buy shares in music royalties, starting with 3 Doors Down hits like 'Kryptonite.'...
Nielsen PPM LA Re-evaluated for Inconsistencies
Nielsen is re-evaluating Los Angeles PPM ratings data due to discovered inconsistencies in May's household ratings. The corporation is conducting an in-depth analysis to ensure...
Russell Simmons & Steve Rifkind Partner on Hot 97
Russell Simmons and Steve Rifkind appeared on Hot 97's morning show to discuss their new partnership ADD52. The hip-hop moguls also talked about Chuck D...
WBLS OM: Skip Dillard with Kenny Gamble & Leon Huff
WBLS Operations Manager Skip Dillard meets with legendary Philadelphia International Records founders Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, the iconic duo behind classic soul hits....
Taye Diggs on Money Misconceptions in Hollywood
Taye Diggs reveals he didn't make real money in Hollywood until transitioning to television. The actor discusses career insights on Sway in the Morning....
Quiver Launched By Stillwell & Kenny Ochoa
Stillwell Partners launches Quiver, a new music and talent company led by industry veteran Kenny Ochoa. The venture will provide creative strategy, music supervision, and...
The Roots Annual Picnic Recapped in Two Minutes
The Roots Picnic delivered incredible performances in Philadelphia featuring Jhene Aiko, Janelle Monae, Snoop Dogg, and Action Bronson. This year's festival showcased top R&B and...
Songspace Breaks Down Publishing Rights
Songspace's Jesse provides a simple breakdown of music publishing rights, explaining mechanical, sync, performance and other key publishing concepts for artists....
Mood Media Hires Danny Turner as Creative Leader
Mood Media appoints Danny Turner as Global Senior VP of Programming and Production. Turner brings extensive experience from XM Satellite Radio and audio branding expertise....
Pastor Jamal Bryant Explains “These Hoes Ain’t Loyal”
Pastor Jamal Bryant addresses his controversial "These Hoes Ain't Loyal" statement in interview with James Fortune. The religious leader explains context behind remarks....
Riptide Music Group Names Adam Wolf VP of Sync
Riptide Music Group promotes Adam Wolf to Vice President of Synchronization, overseeing music placements in advertising and film including recent Superbowl and national commercial spots....
Myspace Dos Equis X Games Music Live Austin
Myspace and Dos Equis partner to live stream X Games MUSIC performances from Austin June 6-8, featuring Mac Miller, Pretty Lights, and The Flaming Lips....
Shutterstock Adds Music Licensing for Images and Video
Shutterstock launches music licensing service with 60,000+ tracks for businesses and filmmakers. Partnership with Rumblefish offers simple pricing....
Tank with KJ and Smooth R&B 105.7
R&B artist Tank visited KRNB 105.7 in Dallas, meeting with listeners and discussing his current single 'You're My Star' inspired by the Jacksons' 'Heartbreak Hotel.'...
Kimberly Elise Discusses Rihanna’s Dress and Whitney Biopic
Kimberly Elise defends Rihanna's CFDA Awards dress as tribute to Josephine Baker and shares thoughts on Whitney Houston TV biopic controversy....
Lupita Nyong’o Joins “Star Wars: Episode VII”
Lupita Nyong'o officially confirms her casting in Star Wars: Episode VII via Instagram. The Oscar-winning actress joins the highly anticipated sequel....