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.
C Stunna & Skrilla: “Curtis Jackson” Song
Ft. Myers rapper C Stunna releases new single 'Curtis Jackson' featuring Skrilla with accompanying music video. The track showcases Southern flow with Philly-inspired production....
Warnock Criticizes Trump’s Bible Sales: Faith vs. Commerce
Senator Raphael Warnock criticized former President Trump's partnership with Lee Greenwood to sell high-priced Bibles, comparing it to money changers in the temple....
Music Business: Vince Staples vs. Joe Budden
Vince Staples and Joe Budden engage in heated debate over music industry authenticity, 360 deals, and artist financial empowerment in revealing exchange....
Joe Budden on Financial Struggles in Music
Joe Budden exposes harsh financial realities in the music industry, revealing that many artists struggle to profit from streaming and face exploitative contracts....
WJJS FM Announces New Lineup�
WJJS FM announces new weekday programming lineup featuring Tino Cochino, Frankie V, Chino, and Bootleg Kev starting April 1st, 2024 in Roanoke-Lynchburg market....
Townsquare Media Repurchases 1.5 Million Shares from MSG
Townsquare Media repurchased 1.5 million shares from MSG National Properties for $14.6 million at $9.76 per share, an 11% discount from market price....
The Pharcyde: Alternative Rap’s Quirky Innovators
The Pharcyde emerged as trailblazers of alternative rap in the 90s with their unique jazz and soul influences. Their debut album featured the hit single...
Gibson Artist Spotlight Program for Emerging Musicians
Gibson launches its first-ever Artist Spotlight program to support emerging musicians worldwide, featuring artists Zach Person and Devon Thompson with global exposure and career development...
The Meters: NOLA’s Groove Masters – A Legacy
The Meters, New Orleans' legendary funk band, revolutionized music with their iconic rhythm section and innovative grooves. Their influence spans from classic funk albums like...
Katherine Propper’s LOST SOULZ to Premiere in Theaters May 3
Katherine Propper's debut film Lost Soulz premieres in theaters May 3, following an aspiring rapper's journey with Gen-Z musicians on a Texas road trip....
KS House Endorses Federal AM Radio Act
Kansas House passes resolution endorsing Federal AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act with 109-14 vote. The legislation would require all new vehicles to include AM...
DJ Matt Pinfield Joins SoCal Sound
Veteran MTV VJ Matt Pinfield joins 88.5-FM The SoCal Sound as afternoon drive host, bringing his alternative music expertise to the non-commercial station....
NAB Diversity Symposium Set for April 14-15 in Las Vegas
NAB hosts its fourth annual Diversity Symposium April 14-15 in Las Vegas, featuring speakers like Cassandra Freeman and focusing on DEI in media....
Tuned Global Partners with Spafax to Provide Inflight Music
Tuned Global partners with Spafax to provide cleared music playlists for airline inflight entertainment systems. The collaboration serves major airlines including Emirates, Qatar Airways, and...
Virgin Music Group Partners with 3AM Entertainment
Virgin Music Group partners with Jay Sean's 3AM Entertainment to support South Asian diaspora artists globally. The first release is Jay Sean's 'Heartless' featuring Ikky...
Mayor of Kingstown S3: Teaser & June 2 Premiere
Mayor of Kingstown Season 3 premieres June 2 on Paramount+ with Jeremy Renner returning as Mike McLusky facing Russian mob threats and prison drug wars....
�60 MINUTES� LISTINGS FOR SUNDAY, MARCH 31
60 Minutes airs Sunday March 31 featuring a double-length investigation into Havana syndrome targeting Americans and a report on Indian Relay racing....
The Joy: Debut Album Announcement
South African a cappella group The Joy announces their self-titled debut album out June 21st, 2024. Recorded live at Church Studios with no instruments, featuring...
Aquaserge Announce New Album & Share First Single�
French experimental pop band Aquaserge announces their seventh album 'La fin de l'economie' for May 24th release, sharing lead single 'Le saut du tigre.'...
Kneecap’s ‘Fine Art’ Debut: June 14 via Heavenly Recs
Irish rap trio Kneecap releases new single 'Fine Art' from their debut album, produced by Toddla T and set for June 14 release via Heavenly...
SoundExchange Reaches $11 Billion in Digital Performance
SoundExchange reaches $11 billion milestone in digital performance royalties paid to artists and rights holders since 2003. The organization achieved this landmark just one year...
Music Industry Changes Demand Resilience
Music industry veteran shares insights on surviving career setbacks through active engagement and skill development. Emphasizes importance of embracing technology trends and maintaining positive connections...
KRK ROKIT Generation Five Studio Monitors
KRK unveils ROKIT Generation Five Studio Monitors with three voicing modes, enhanced tweeter design, and advanced DSP technology for professional audio production....
Nation of Language & Blonde Redhead Co-Headline Tour
Nation of Language announces co-headline tour with Blonde Redhead this October, supporting their acclaimed 2023 album Strange Disciple, Rough Trade's #1 Album of the Year....
Streaming Dominates Music Revenue: RIAA 2023 Report
RIAA reports record $17.1 billion music revenue in 2023, driven by streaming's 84% share and vinyl's continued growth, marking eighth consecutive year of industry expansion....