Category: Music, Radio and Music Industry News

  • Public Enemy Releases New Music

    Public Enemy Releases New Music

    Public Enemy have now uploaded an entire LP to their Bandcamp page.  After news leaked that their new album, Nothing Is Quick In The Desert,  would be released July 4 the group decided to upload album online.   Chuck D talked about the concept behind the album “The record business is appearing like a desert,” he told HipHopDX.…

  • Jay-Z and Roc Nation Has Partnered with the NFL on Music and Social Justice

    Jay-Z and Roc Nation Has Partnered with the NFL on Music and Social Justice

    In a surprising turn of events, Jay-Z has announced that he and Roc Nation will work side by side with the NFL on music and social justice.In a new role as the NFL’s “live music entertainment strategist,” Jay-Z and those at his entertainment and sports company will consult on entertainment, which will include the Super…

  • United Talent Agency Signs Jeremih

    United Talent Agency Signs Jeremih

    R&B-pop singer, rapper, songwriter and producer JEREMIH has signed with UNITED TALENT AGENCY (UTA) for worldwide representation in all areas. JEREMIH first signed his record deal with DEF JAM in 2009. His debut commercial single, the slow jam “Birthday Sex,” peaked at #4 on the BILLBOARD Hot 100, while his self-titled debut album reached #6 on…

  • Wu-Tang, NPR, Tiny Desk Concert (video)

    The Wu-Tang Clan gathered at the Tiny Desk to commemorate the 25 years since the release of the group’s landmark album Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers). With more than 60 albums between the various members, The Clan’s combined discography left them spoiled for choice when it came to narrowing down the set list for their…

  • Meek Mill and Yo Gotti Reveal Special Guests for “Against All Odds Tour”

    Meek Mill and Yo Gotti Reveal Special Guests for “Against All Odds Tour”

    Multi-platinum rap superstars Meek Mill and Yo Gotti will be joined on their “Against All Odds Tour” this summer by YFN Lucci and MoneyBagg Yo. Produced by Live Nation, the 21-city tour will make its way across the United States starting July 5th in Cleveland, OH. Atlanta native YFN Lucci recently debuted his anticipated EP…

  • Justin Timberlake Postpones Another Concert From Vocal Problems

    Justin Timberlake Postpones Another Concert From Vocal Problems

    [caption id="attachment_194270" align="aligncenter" width="400"] cr: Invision/rex/shutterstock[/caption]Justin Timberlake’s ‘Man of the Woods’ tour has been further postponed due to the singer’s bruised vocal cords. Timberlake was set to perform last night at Oakland’s Oracle Arena, and the show was shifted forward to March 15th at the same venue.Timberlake’s postponements began with his October 24th Madison Square…

  • Bryson Tiller’s Sophomore Album True To Self Available Physically Now

    Bryson Tiller’s Sophomore Album True To Self Available Physically Now

    Claiming the No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200 chart upon its surprise release last month, BRYSON TILLER’s True to Self is now available physically in stores via Trapsoul/RCA Records.“With the physical packaging of True to Self, Bryson and I wanted to build around a theme that represents his music and gives fans an experience…

  • WXPN ANNOUNCES 15-MONTH LONG ZYDECO CROSSROADS PROJECT

    WXPN ANNOUNCES 15-MONTH LONG ZYDECO CROSSROADS PROJECT

    Philadelphia public radio Radio Station WXPN 88.5 FM will bring the lively music and culture of Zydeco to new audiences in Philadelphia and beyond with its multimedia Zydeco Crossroads project, supported by The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage. […]

  • Alicia Keys Signs Admin Deal with Universal Music Publishing Group

    Alicia Keys Signs Admin Deal with Universal Music Publishing Group

    Alicia Keys has signed a major deal with Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) to keep building her portfolio (and pockets!).Through this exclusive administration deal, UMPG will help the singer-songwriter use her existing catalog and future works for various opportunities across the globe. […]

  • Calvin Harris’ New Album is Out Now!

    Calvin Harris’ New Album is Out Now!

    The album features 19 of today’s top global superstars and critically acclaimed new artists including Frank Ocean, Travis Scott, Kehlani, Future, Pharrell Williams, Katy Perry, Big Sean, John Legend, Khalid, Migos, Schoolboy Q, Ariana Grande, Young Thug, D.R.A.M., Nicki Minaj, Lil Yachty, Jessie Reyez, PARTYNEXTDOOR, and Snoop Dogg. Watch the official video for “Feels” here…

  • RCA’s Luke Christopher Announces July 28th Release Date For His Highly-Anticipated Debut Album Tmrwfrvr

    RCA’s Luke Christopher Announces July 28th Release Date For His Highly-Anticipated Debut Album Tmrwfrvr

     Rapper/singer/producer Luke Christopher announces today that his highly- anticipated debut album TMRWFRVR will be released on July 28th via ByStorm Entertainment/RCA Records. The album is now available for pre-order across all digital service providers and is available to pre-save on Spotify.In conjunction with this announcement, Luke Christopher releases his new single and video “Waterfalls,” which…

  • LIL LOADED’S NEW SINGLE & MUSIC VIDEO “TO THE MAX” OUT NOW

    LIL LOADED’S NEW SINGLE & MUSIC VIDEO “TO THE MAX” OUT NOW After putting up numbers all summer with tens of millions of streams and views, Lil Loaded unleas a new single and music video today for “To The Max.” On the track, he bodies a guitar-laden beat with a gritty flow before making a…

  • JAY-Z Announces 4:44 Tour

    JAY-Z Announces 4:44 Tour

     WHO: JAY-ZWHAT: 4:44 TOURWHEN: October 27 – December 21, 2017HOW: Continuing its commitment to bring fans closer to their favorite artists, TIDAL members will have access to a special presale beginning on Monday, July 10th at 12:00pm ET. Members can find details for purchasing tickets at Sprint.TIDAL.com.Citi® is the official presale credit card for the…