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.
Sun Label Group Launches Under Primary Wave Music Umbrella
Sun Label Group officially launches under Primary Wave Music, uniting historic labels Sun Records, Gaither Music, and Green Hill Music under one umbrella....
Steve Holm Promoted to Regional VP/Market Manager, MI
Cumulus Media promotes Steve Holm to Regional VP/Market Manager for Grand Rapids/Muskegon, MI, after 10 years as Dallas General Sales Manager....
Kiana Singh to Host Overnight Show at Z100
Kiana Singh joins Z100 New York as overnight host from 2-6 AM starting May 15, 2024. The Radio Ink '30 And Under Superstar' brings years...
Rachelle Ferrell: Vocal Virtuoso Range (video)
Rachelle Ferrell showcases her extraordinary six-octave vocal range and whistle register abilities. The acclaimed jazz vocalist seamlessly blends jazz, R&B, and gospel in her performances....
Atlanta’s Music Midtown 2024 Festival Cancelled
Atlanta's Music Midtown festival is on hiatus for 2024, marking the third cancellation in four years. The 30-year cultural staple faces ongoing challenges....
Atlanta’s Music Midtown 2024 Festival Cancelled
Atlanta's Music Midtown festival is cancelled for 2024, marking the third cancellation in four years due to pandemic and legal issues regarding gun bans....
Atlanta’s Music Midtown 2024 Festival Cancelled
Atlanta's Music Midtown festival is on hiatus in 2024, marking the third cancellation in four years due to ongoing legal issues and pandemic impacts....
Vlad Profits from Black Culture but Cant Share His Opinion
DJ Vlad faces backlash for profiting from Black hip-hop culture while overstepping boundaries in commentary on the Kendrick Lamar vs Drake feud....
Ryan Cameron Signs Multi-Year Deal
Award-winning Atlanta radio personality Ryan Cameron signs multi-year deal with Urban One Atlanta for his top-rated afternoon show on Majic 107.5/97.5....
Serena Williams Journey in the Venture Capital World (video)
Serena Williams has made significant strides in venture capital through Serena Ventures, focusing on supporting underrepresented founders. Her firm has achieved 68% investment in companies...
Kendrick Lamar Sets New Spotify Record with “Not Like Us”
Kendrick Lamar's diss track 'Not Like Us' breaks Spotify records with 10.986 million single-day streams, becoming 2024's top hip-hop song....
Steve Oberman Joins Tixr as VP of Partnerships
Tixr appoints industry veteran Steve Oberman as VP of Partnerships to drive global expansion. Former See Tickets executive brings decades of music ticketing expertise....
Man Pushed Into Water, on Life Support (video)
Chris Gilbert suffered severe brain damage after allegedly being pushed into Lake D'Arbonne by friends. He's now off life support as family seeks justice....
That Time Gayle King Completely Lost her Black Card (Video)
Gayle King faces criticism from the Black community after controversial comments. The incident sparked debate about her standing within Black culture and media....
Motorcycle Slams into Atlanta Gas Station: Explodes (Video)
A motorcycle caught fire while refueling at a Midtown Atlanta gas station, causing an explosion that engulfed the station in flames for hours. No injuries...
Wendy Moten: The Velvet Voice’s Hidden Melodies
Wendy Moten, the Memphis-born soul singer, has captivated audiences worldwide with her velvet voice and dynamic performances. Her collaborations with artists like Michael Bolton and...
Welcome Liz Luda to Morning Mix on WLNK-FM
Radio One Charlotte welcomes Liz Luda to join Matt Harris on the newly rebranded Morning Mix show on WLNK-FM/Mix 107.9. The dynamic duo brings fresh...
New Live & Local Night Show on Talk Radio WPHT
Audacy launches 'Walter Sterling at Night' on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT in Philadelphia, airing weeknights 9 PM-midnight starting May 13. Sterling brings a decade of...
Vin Diesel’s Riddick: Furya Production Starts Aug 26, 2024
Vin Diesel begins production on Riddick: Furya August 26, 2024, the fourth installment where Riddick returns to his homeworld to face new threats....
Kirsten Donaldson Joins NAB as VP of Public Policy
National Association of Broadcasters hires Kirsten Donaldson as VP of Public Policy. She brings extensive copyright law and streaming industry experience....
Key West Songwriters Festival Celebrates 28th Year of Music
The 28th annual Key West Songwriters Festival presented by BMI brought over 250 multi-genre creators to perform across 50 venues for five days of music....
WEAS-FM Mourns DJ Rax, Operations Manager & PD
Gary Shelton, known as DJ Rax, Operations Manager and Program Director at WEAS-FM, passed away May 1st at age 49 after nearly six years with...
Tori Dunn: Promotions Director & Morning Co-Host
Cumulus Media appoints Tori Dunn as Promotions Director and Morning Show Co-Host at Kat Country 103 in Stockton-Modesto, CA. She brings extensive radio experience from...
TV News Week Honors CMG’s Jordan Cipala
Cox Media Group's Jordan Cipala receives TV Week's 40 Under 40 honor for innovation in media and entertainment. The VP of Strategy & Operations is...
Kelly Price: Resilient Voice with Power (video)
Kelly Price opens up about her inspiring journey from homelessness to R&B stardom on The Breakfast Club, sharing how determination helped her overcome adversity....