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.
Singer Ne-Yo Appointed A&R for Motown Records
Ne-Yo has been appointed senior VP of A&R at Motown Records after leaving Def Jam. The R&B singer will mentor current artists and discover new...
MLK’s Reaction to Today’s World
An analysis of what Martin Luther King Jr might think about today's Black community, from wealthy celebrities to corporate radio to church scandals....
ESSENCE Music Festival 2012 in New Orleans
The 2012 ESSENCE Music Festival celebrates 'The Power of Our Voice' July 6-8 in New Orleans. Aretha Franklin headlines with Mary J. Blige, Fantasia, and...
Jim Roppo Named EVP of Marketing at Universal Republic
Universal Republic Records names industry veteran Jim Roppo as Executive Vice President of Marketing to lead initiatives for artists like Lil Wayne, Drake, and Nicki...
Power 99 Philly Makes Changes and…
Power 99 Philadelphia announces Cappuchino as new midday personality. The Miami-born DJ brings 7 years experience from KMJJ Shreveport....
This will Make you Laugh: Laughter is Contagious (vid)
A hilarious video showcasing how laughter spreads from person to person, demonstrating the infectious nature of genuine humor and joy....
Of Interest: Old School Swag (great vid)
Classic 1950s dance moves perfectly sync with Daft Punk's 'Around the World' in this amazing vintage video mashup showcasing timeless swag....
Tom Joyner to have Hip Surgery
Tom Joyner announces hip surgery scheduled for December 9th, taking time off from his morning show to recover in Jamaica before returning January 2nd....
Skip Murphy Fills in For Tom Joyner in Dallas
Radio veteran Skip Murphy returns to Charlotte's My 92.7 to fill in for Tom Joyner during his holiday break from December 9-23, 2011....
Ricochet Club Miami calls McDonald’s to keep party going
Ricochet Club Miami hosted celebrities during Art Basel weekend with performances by NAS, TV On the Radio, and Sharon Jones & The DAP Kings....
Look at what Voters Say About Top 20 Radio Shows
RadioFacts.com launches biggest contest yet for Top 20 Radio Shows with voter feedback praising diverse music, engaging hosts, and quality programming....
MARTY LINCK NAMED PROGRAM DIRECTOR, KEZK/KYKY ST. LOUIS
Marty Linck appointed Program Director for CBS Radio's KEZK and KYKY St. Louis stations. Native St. Louis programmer brings Nashville experience to Y98 and Fresh...
Z 107.9 AND DIGGY SIMMONS MAKE STUDENT’S DREAM COME TRUE
Z 107.9 radio and rapper Diggy Simmons surprised Cleveland School of Arts student Kwynn Trumbell with an iPad 2 and pizza party after she won...
Tribute to Jonesy: Singer Videos
A tribute to Miss Jones (Tarsha Jones), featuring rare videos from her singing career before becoming a controversial radio personality and industry veteran....
V103 Chicago: Steve Harvey Hands Out Turkeys
V103 Chicago's Steve Harvey, Ramonski Luv and Joe Soto partnered with Black McDonald's Operators Association for their annual Turkey Giveaway, helping 100 families celebrate Thanksgiving...
OWN Announces ‘Give Sweet Thanks’ Holiday Sweepstakes
OWN announces Give Sweet Thanks sweepstakes offering $500 prizes plus matching charity donations. Enter through Nov 28 by sharing Thanksgiving traditions....
Jeff McMurray Named Program Director KJKK 100.3 Jack FM
Jeff McMurray has been named Program Director for CBS RADIO's KJKK 100.3 Jack FM in Dallas, effective immediately. He joins from Sacramento's KQJK-FM....
WEAS’ Kenya Cabine Hosts Dancing with Savannah Stars
WEAS E93 radio personality Kenya Cabine raised over $5,000 for CASA while competing in Dancing with Savannah Stars, finishing 3rd despite a leg injury....
Sheila Kirby Joins CBS Radio as SVP Sales Training
CBS Radio hires Sheila Kirby as Senior Vice President of Sales Training and Development. Kirby brings 20 years of experience and will lead sales training...
RAB Consolidates Membership, Erica Farber Joins as EVP
Radio Advertising Bureau consolidates membership and services under new EVP Erica Farber, veteran radio executive and former Radio & Records CEO....
Move over Nashville: New Yorkers Buy Most Country Albums
New York City leads the nation in country album sales, outselling even Nashville according to Nielsen data. The Big Apple's top ranking is driven by...
WOW LOOK, It’s Rebbie Jackson
Rebbie Jackson attended the world premiere of Michael Jackson: The Life Of An Icon documentary at The Empire Cinema in 2011, showcasing the Jackson family's...
Radio One to Launch Full Service News Station in Houston
Radio One launches News 92 FM in Houston as a 24-hour news station featuring veteran broadcasters J.P. Pritchard and Lana Hughes, replacing gospel format....
KD BOWE TAKES OVER AFTERNOONS ON WPZE PRAISE 102.
KD Bowe joins WPZE Praise 102.5 as afternoon drive host in Atlanta. The nationally syndicated personality brings his inspiring show to the top gospel station....