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.
Russell Crowe: From New Zealand Star to Hollywood Icon
Russell Crowe rose from New Zealand roots to become a Hollywood icon, winning an Academy Award for Gladiator and earning acclaim for versatile roles....
DJ Jacci McGee’s “Make it Last Forever” Resurfaces
R&B legend Jacci McGee, known for "Make it Last Forever" with Keith Sweat, features on EDM hit "Angel of Mine" by DJ Jay Salter. The...
Russell Celbrates Birthday #50
Russell Simmons celebrated his 50th birthday with ex-wife Kimora Lee and her boyfriend Djimon in attendance at the milestone celebration....
ATEEZ Releases Second Studio Album THE WORLD EP.FIN
ATEEZ releases their second studio album THE WORLD EP.FIN : WILL featuring 12 tracks including title song 'Crazy Form' with dancehall and Afrobeat influences....
Lenny Williams Hosts VIP Guests Black Ivory & Vannessa
Soul legend Lenny Williams performed at Lincoln Center's Damrosch Park with VIP guests Black Ivory and National R&B Music Society CEO Vannessa Jordan....
John Janick New Interscope Geffen A&M CEO
John Janick has been promoted to Chairman and CEO of Interscope Geffen A&M, succeeding Jimmy Iovine who is joining Apple after the Beats acquisition....
Ms. Pat and Shamea Morton Exit V-103
Comedian Ms. Pat and Shamea Morton have exited Atlanta's V-103 Big Tiger Morning Show. Ms. Pat continues her TV success with her new court show....
METALLICA RECEIVES SOUNDEXCHANGE HALL OF FAME AWARD
Metallica receives SoundExchange Hall of Fame Award for being one of the most streamed acts in the organization's 20-year history. The legendary metal band was...
Nicki & Young Miami Fight Over Catchphrase (Video)
Nicki Minaj and Young Miami clashed on Twitter over the phrase 'Got into some things,' with Nicki claiming ownership of the catchphrase from Queen Radio....
T.I. Partners with Columbia Records for New Album Release
T.I. signs major partnership with Columbia Records for his 9th studio album. Pharrell Williams executive produces the early 2014 release....
YIKES: Erykah Badu
Erykah Badu's distinctive fashion choices spark discussion about her unique headwrap styling. The neo-soul icon's bold looks continue to generate buzz....
Radio Facts iTunes and Android Apps Available
RadioFacts.com launches iOS and Android apps with exclusive industry news and push notifications for music professionals and fans....
Streaming Now 12% of US Radio Listening
New Edison Research data shows streaming now accounts for 12% of all AM/FM radio listening in the U.S., the highest proportion ever recorded....
Three 6 Mafia’s Koopsta Knicca Dies from Massive Stroke
Three 6 Mafia member Koopsta Knicca died at age 40 from a massive stroke. The Memphis rapper, born Robert Cooper Phillips, was remembered by DJ...
Marvin Gaye and Gregory Featured in 2019 Forever Stamps
Marvin Gaye and Gregory Hines will be honored with commemorative Forever Stamps by USPS in 2019. Gaye joins the Music Icon series while Hines becomes...
Marvin Gaye and Gregory to Feature in 2019 Forever Sts
Marvin Gaye and Gregory Hines will be honored with commemorative stamps by the USPS in 2019. Gaye joins the Music Icon series while Hines becomes...
NC Homeowners Scammed: Unfinished Homes, Major Losses
Multiple NC homeowners lost hundreds of thousands to builder Mario Condo who abandoned construction projects, leaving families facing foreclosure on incomplete homes....
Mary J. Blige & Pepsi Launch Strength of a Woman Festival
Mary J. Blige and Pepsi announce the inaugural Strength of a Woman Festival in Atlanta, May 6-8, 2022. The three-day event celebrates women with music,...
Trump cuts Bears Ears, Grand Staircase monuments
President Trump announces significant reductions to Bears Ears and Grand Staircase national monuments. The decision impacts protected lands and conservation efforts....
WGN America Premieres Underground at White House
WGN America premiered its original series Underground at the White House during Black History Month. The show follows slaves attempting escape via the Underground Railroad,...
Workplace Discrimination: Legal Insights & Strategies
Employment lawyer Branigan Robertson explains how to document workplace discrimination incidents and the legal strategies used to prove discrimination cases in California courts....
Machin & Equinoccio Partner with Virgin Music
Pepe Aguilar's labels Machin and Equinoccio Records sign worldwide partnership with Virgin Music Group, expanding Regional Mexican music globally....
Stars to Join 2015 BET Experience for Genius Talks Series
Floyd Mayweather, Kobe Bryant, Janelle Monae and George Clinton headline BET's 2015 Genius Talks series at L.A. Live, featuring discussions on success and challenges....
Jessie Reyez releases new track Crazy from debut album
Toronto singer-songwriter Jessie Reyez releases her cover of Patsy Cline's iconic "Crazy" from her highly anticipated debut album coming early 2020....
RCA Inspiration Wins at Stellar and NAACP Awards
RCA Inspiration dominated the 2019 Stellar Awards with six wins including Koryn Hawthorne's music video honor, plus her NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Gospel Album....