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.
OH NO: Usher Robbed! (vid)
R&B superstar Usher was reportedly robbed with witnesses describing a suspect fleeing from his SUV in a shocking incident....
STAR (Troi Tortain) & BUC WILD join Shovio.com
NYC radio personalities Star (Troi Tortain) and Buc Wild join Shovio.com's innovative two-way video broadcasting platform, allowing fans to interact directly with hosts....
KE$HA “ANIMAL” HITS #1 ON iTUNES & SOUNDSCAN
Ke$ha's debut album Animal hits #1 on iTunes Albums Chart while TiK ToK dominates at #1 and Blah Blah Blah reaches #2 on singles charts....
Mary J Blige on Chelsea Lately
Mary J. Blige appears on Chelsea Lately to discuss her new CD and collaboration with T.I. The R&B queen shares insights about her latest music....
JIM TRAFICANT TALK SHOW DEBUTS ON WTAM
Former U.S. Congressman Jim Traficant debuts his talk show on Cleveland's WTAM radio January 9th, airing Saturdays 1-4 PM after his release from prison....
OH NO: Mariah Carey Drunk while Accepting Award (vid)
Mariah Carey appears intoxicated while accepting an award in viral video footage. The awkward moment has fans questioning whether she should have stayed backstage....
SPARE BED RUMOR: Changes at the Record Labels?
Industry insiders predict major shakeups across multiple record labels in Q1 2010, with execs describing potential changes as anywhere from minor to a bloodbath....
BET Assembles Gospel and R&B’s Brightest Stars
BET's Celebration of Gospel celebrates its 10th anniversary with performances by Fantasia, Anthony Hamilton, BeBe and CeCe Winans, and more gospel stars....
Ne-Yo’s Mom Drunk at Party Wrestles with T-Pain (vid)
Ne-Yo's mother was caught on video wrestling with T-Pain at a party while intoxicated. The viral incident has sparked discussions about a potential reality show....
Vivica Fox’s Photo Shoot with Derek Blanks
Go behind the scenes with Vivica Fox during her alter ego photo shoot in Atlanta with renowned celebrity photographer Derek Blanks....
Music Industry Secrets in 30 Days for $10
Get insider music industry knowledge for just $10 with 30 days of daily tips from Radio Facts. Learn record deals, promotion, and business secrets....
Rush Limbaugh Hospitalized in Hawaii With Chest Pains
Conservative radio host Rush Limbaugh was hospitalized in Hawaii after experiencing chest pains during his Christmas vacation. The 58-year-old was in serious condition at a...
Susan Boyle Breaks Records, Fifth Week at No. 1
Susan Boyle's 'I Dreamed a Dream' holds Billboard 200's #1 spot for fifth consecutive week, making chart history as first debut album to achieve this...
Rashan Ali to Provide Pre-Game Exclusives for 2010 Chick-fil-A Bowl
Former Hot 107.9 host Rashan Ali joins ESPN as correspondent for the 2010 Chick-fil-A Bowl Preview Show, interviewing coaches and players from Tennessee vs Virginia...
Tyra Leaving Talk Show? Smart Move, Here’s Why
Tyra Banks is making a smart business move by potentially leaving her talk show before the 5-year syndication mark, following advice from industry insiders....
Regent Communications Receives Nasdaq Delisting Notification
Regent Communications received Nasdaq delisting notice for failing minimum market value requirements. The radio company has until March 2010 to regain compliance....
Xbox Live Launches Individual Music Game Stores
Microsoft launches dedicated Xbox Live music stores for Guitar Hero, Rock Band, and LIPS, letting players browse and buy songs without loading individual games....
PUBLIC RECORD: Michael Jackson’s FBI Files Disclosed
Michael Jackson's FBI files spanning 333 pages have been released as public record, revealing federal investigation documents about the King of Pop....
Joe McCollum Named Director of Promotions, Clear Channel Philadelphia
Joe McCollum has been appointed Director of Promotions for Clear Channel Philadelphia, overseeing six radio stations including Power 99 FM and WDAS FM....
Simon Cowell Claims Talent Shows Revived the Music Industry
Simon Cowell claims his talent shows X Factor and Britain's Got Talent revived the declining music industry by boosting TV ratings and driving people back...
Salem Communications Adapts to New Media, Changes Management
Salem Communications announces strategic restructuring with Joe Davis moving to Senior Advisor role and David Santrella promoted to Radio Division President, effective January 2010....
Jay Z and Rihanna Perform for Cason Daly Special (pics)
Jay Z and Rihanna performed at Rockefeller Center during a snowstorm for NBC's New Year's Eve with Carson Daly show taping on December 19, 2009....
Marilyn Manson concert postponed
Marilyn Manson's Lubbock concert at KFMX's 29th annual Birthday Bash has been postponed due to tour schedule conflicts. The show may be rescheduled for later...
Lil’ Wayne’s “Rebirth”: Atrocity or Masterpiece?
Lil Wayne's controversial rock album 'Rebirth' accidentally leaked when Amazon shipped 500 copies early. The experimental album divided fans and critics....
KXT 91.7 FM Launches Nov 9 with Special Performances
KERA launches KXT 91.7 FM on November 9, featuring local hosts Gini Mascorro and Joe Kozera with in-studio performances by Sarah Jaffe, Jason Isbell, and...