News and profiles covering music industry executives, record label leaders, publishing heads, and senior decision-makers shaping the direction of the global music business.
Republic Records Announces The Promotion Of Wendy Goldstein
Republic Records promotes Wendy Goldstein to Executive VP and Head of Urban A&R. She's worked with Ariana Grande, signed artists like Sage The Gemini and...
President Of Capitol CMG Publishing Eddie DeGarmo To Retire
Eddie DeGarmo, President of Capitol CMG Publishing and contemporary Christian music pioneer, announces retirement effective July 31st, 2014....
The Young Americans’ Campaign Reaches $225K in Music Funding
The Young Americans' Turn Up The Music campaign has raised $225K for school music programs in its first year, gifting over 65 departments nationwide....
Cindy Mabe Named President, Universal Music Group Nashville
Cindy Mabe has been promoted to President of Universal Music Group Nashville, overseeing Capitol Records Nashville, EMI Records Nashville, MCA Nashville and Mercury Nashville....
Rob Stevenson Promoted to Executive VP at Republic Records
Republic Records promotes Rob Stevenson to Executive Vice President, expanding his role beyond A&R to marketing and promotions after two decades in the industry....
Geoff Harris Named CFO of Capitol Music Group
Capitol Music Group appoints Geoff Harris as Chief Financial Officer, relocating from London to oversee financial strategy for the iconic music label....
REPUBLIC RECORDS Names Ben Adelson Vice President of A&R
Republic Records promotes Ben Adelson to Vice President of A&R after 12 years with the label. He's signed artists like James Bay and Owl City....
R&B Icon Scandal Returns with New Season
Scandal's season premiere dominated social media with powerful quotes and storylines. The show featured memorable lines from Joe Morton and Columbus Short that had viewers...
Michael Kassan Joins Clear Channel as Advisor to Chairman
Michael Kassan, CEO of MediaLink, joins Clear Channel Communications as Special Advisor to Chairman, expanding their partnership to enhance strategic marketing and brand development across...
SoundExchange Hires Barry LeVine as VP of Industry Relations
SoundExchange hires Barry LeVine as VP of Industry Relations to lead artist outreach programs. The 25-year music veteran brings experience from Gibson Brands and Sony...
UMG East Coast Label Group Names Two Vice Presidents
Universal Music Group's East Coast Label Group promotes Jules Ferree and Mauro DeCeglie to Vice Presidents of Brand Partnerships for Island Def Jam and Republic...
Mike Flynn Named SVP, A&R and Staff Producer at Capitol Music Group
Mike Flynn has been appointed Senior Vice President, A&R and Staff Producer for Capitol Music Group. The former Epic Records executive will sign and develop...
Sundance Premieres The Writers’ Room With Jim Rash
Sundance Channel premieres The Writers' Room on July 29, hosted by Jim Rash. The series features roundtable discussions with creators of Breaking Bad, Dexter, Game...
MadeMan.com Launches Comedy Series Just Face It
MadeMan.com launches Just Face It, an 8-episode comedy series starring Damon Wayans Jr. and Janina Gavankar, created in partnership with NIVEA MEN....
Licensing Expo 2023: $87B Entertainment Market
Licensing Expo 2023 showcases the $87 billion entertainment licensing market, featuring top brands like Hello Kitty, Warner Bros., and WWE at Mandalay Bay June 18-20....
Empowering African American Men and Boys
New book by Dr. Oliver McGee explores empowerment strategies for African American men and boys through dialogue with prominent Black leaders and institutional partnerships....
Impecca Launches Fruit Ninja Accessory Line for Young Gamers
Impecca launches a new line of Fruit Ninja-branded electronics including Bluetooth speakers, headphones, and device cases for the popular mobile game's 350 million players....
Dallas Austin Named SVP of A&R at Island Records
Grammy-winning producer Dallas Austin joins Island Records as Senior Vice President of A&R. Austin, known for hits with TLC and Monica, will report to Barry...
Parents Share Concerns About Raising Black Boys in America
Parents express deep concerns about raising Black boys in America, citing disproportionate school suspensions, police targeting, and systemic barriers affecting their sons' futures....
HUD and GreatSchools Partner on School Choice
HUD partners with GreatSchools to provide public housing and voucher families with tools to make informed school choices for their children....
Julie Greenwald Named Chairman and COO of Atlantic Records
Julie was always accessable and supportive of Radio Facts when we were a magazine. Glad to see her move up the ladder.... KCraig Kallman, Chairman...