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.
SoundExchange: 2023’s Top Tracks & Breakout Creators
SoundExchange reveals 2023's most-streamed songs with Miley Cyrus' 'Flowers' at #1, followed by SZA's 'Kill Bill' and Beyonc�'s 'Cuff It' based on data from 3,600...
Ray Carter, VP-GM of WSB-TV in Atlanta, Announces Retirement
Ray Carter, VP/GM of WSB-TV Atlanta, announces retirement after 40 years in television to lead a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day...
Thunder in the Ring: Deontay Wilders Rise and Retirement
Deontay Wilder announces retirement from boxing after reclaiming his title against Tyson Fury in 2024. The Alabama native leaves behind a legacy of explosive knockouts...
Zara Larsson’s “Invisible” in Netflix’s Klaus
Zara Larsson's new single "Invisible" is featured in Netflix's animated film Klaus. The song releases November 8th alongside the movie....
Wharton Launches Free Online MBA Courses
Wharton University of Pennsylvania now offers free online MBA courses including financial accounting, marketing, and corporate finance. The foundation series provides virtual replicas of first-year...
HBCU Bands Perform at 16th Honda Battle
Eight HBCU marching bands will perform at the 16th Honda Battle of the Bands on January 27, 2018 in Atlanta. The showcase features veteran bands...
What? Lil Kim ‘s “Download “#1 Most Added Single!
Lil Kim's single 'Download' featuring T-Pain and Charlie Wilson becomes the #1 Most Added Single at Urban Mainstream Radio with 45 new stations....
USHER and H.E.R. Release “Risk It All”
Usher and H.E.R. release 'Risk It All,' a powerful collaboration from The Color Purple soundtrack. The track showcases both artists' signature styles....
Stephen A. Smith: NBA Players Should Play Despite Protests
With the world still protesting against police brutality and systematic racism all while dealing with COVID-19, there are several people still missing out on sports....
Jay-Z Steps Down from Def Jam: Industry Impact
Jay Z steps down from Def Jam after failed contract negotiations reportedly worth $10 million. The move highlights ongoing struggles in the shrinking music industry....
US risks losing AI arms race to China and Russia
The United States faces growing competition from China and Russia in artificial intelligence development. This technological rivalry could impact America's global leadership position....
Pharrell & Lalah Hathaway: Surrender Live at TIFF
Pharrell Williams and Lalah Hathaway deliver a stunning live performance of 'Surrender' from the Hidden Figures soundtrack at TIFF....
STAR STUDIO HIGHLIGHTS MUSIQ SOULCHILD AND JAZMINE SULLIVAN
Neo soul stars Musiq Soulchild and Jazmine Sullivan participated in a live Star Studio interview in Atlanta, sharing career insights and performing for fans....
Mix Group Reports Revenue Growth, Promotes Fajardo
The Mix Group reported 70% revenue growth in 2016 and promoted Omar Fajardo to VP of Affiliate Relations to manage 1,200 radio station clients....
Toy Drive Success by Positive American Youth
Positive American Youth distributed 4,007 toys to hundreds of Atlanta families in their ninth annual charity drive. Young Dro, Juicy from Little Women of Atlanta,...
Moguls In the Making Competition: FAMU Takes Second Place
Florida A&M University students placed second in the 2020 Moguls in the Making competition, a Shark Tank-style business contest for HBCU students backed by Big...
LITTLE MIX RELEASE NEW SINGLE “ONE I’VE BEEN MISSING”
Little Mix releases their first-ever Christmas song 'One I've Been Missing,' a 1950s-inspired ballad written by Leigh-Anne. The festive track features sleigh bells and harmonies....
CASH MONEY’s New Single “Just Talking”
Cash Money Records signee Saxkboy KD releases new single 'Just Talking' featuring That Mexican OT, setting stage for joint EP 'The Show Must Go On'...
Tommy Mottolas Memoir Details Clash with Michael Jackson
Tommy Mottola releases memoir detailing his controversial clash with Michael Jackson and marriage to Mariah Carey. The music executive addresses Jackson's 2002 accusations and defends...
Sheryl Underwood Celebrates 95-Pound Weight Loss
Sheryl Underwood celebrates 95-pound weight loss in a fitted purple dress on The Talk's birthday episode. Bell Biv DeVoe performed 'Poison' during the celebration....
KDAY Sold, Flips Format to Chinese in Los Angeles Again
KDAY 93.5 in Los Angeles has been sold to RBC Communications for $19.5 million and is switching from classic hip-hop back to Chinese format....
Jeremy Zucker: “always, i’ll care”
Jeremy Zucker releases new song 'always, i'll care' with official video, an ode to platonic love and friendship. The track follows his viral hits including...
Legend NY DJ Bobbito Featured on CNN (vid)
Legendary DJ Bobbito appears on CNN discussing Latin culture's influence on Hip Hop and his upbringing with a Latin musician father....
Backline Goes Virtual With Latest Group of Musicians
Backline announces new cohort of Milwaukee musicians for its 12-week accelerator program with $20,000 grants, adapting to virtual format amid pandemic challenges....
Radio Personality Cherry Martinez Offers Free Commercials to
Radio DJ Cherry Martinez offers free commercials to minority-owned businesses affected by coronavirus on her FMHipHop show and streaming platforms....