Hip Hop & R&B Radio History & News

Ambrose Akinmusire: Redefining the Trumpet in Jazz

Digital and Radio FactsMarch 2, 2024May 26, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsMarch 2, 2024May 26, 2026010

Jazz trumpeter Ambrose Akinmusire redefines contemporary jazz with his experimental style on Blue Note Records. The Grammy-nominated artist pushes musical boundaries through innovative trumpet techniques

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How Tigran Hamasyan Pushes Jazz Beyond Borders

Digital and Radio FactsMarch 2, 2024May 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsMarch 2, 2024May 9, 2026014

Armenian jazz pianist Tigran Hamasyan blends classical training with folk influences, releasing over 10 albums that push jazz beyond traditional boundaries.

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Roy Hargrove: A Jazz Legend’s Timeless Magic

Radio Facts StaffMarch 2, 2024May 26, 2026

by Radio Facts StaffMarch 2, 2024May 26, 2026013

Jazz trumpeter Roy Hargrove collaborated with D'Angelo, Erykah Badu, and Common during his Grammy-winning career. His innovative style blended jazz with funk, R&B, and hip-hop

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St Andrews Film Festival Returns April 2024

Digital and Radio FactsMarch 1, 2024May 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsMarch 1, 2024May 9, 202606

St Andrews International Film Festival returns April 19-21, 2024, featuring legendary composer Alan Silvestri and Avengers director Joe Russo.

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Ryan Destiny – “How Your Hands Feel” Music Video

Radio Facts StaffMarch 1, 2024May 9, 2026

by Radio Facts StaffMarch 1, 2024May 9, 2026010

Detroit singer and actress Ryan Destiny releases the official music video for 'How Your Hands Feel' via November Yellow, showcasing her artistic evolution.

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Julien Chang Releases New EP Home For The Moment Today

Digital and Radio FactsMarch 1, 2024May 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsMarch 1, 2024May 9, 202607

Singer-songwriter Julien Chang releases his new EP Home For The Moment today, featuring four introspective songs about Baltimore and early twenties life.

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SKEPTA – “TONY MONTANA” FT. PORTABLE (NEW SINGLE)

Digital and Radio FactsMarch 1, 2024May 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsMarch 1, 2024May 9, 2026010

Skepta releases new single 'Tony Montana' featuring Nigerian artist Portable, blending British rap with Afrobeats. The track is produced by Jae5.

BMI

BMI Returns to Austin for 2024 SXSW

Digital and Radio FactsFebruary 29, 2024May 26, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsFebruary 29, 2024May 26, 2026011

BMI returns to SXSW 2024 with diverse showcases March 12-15, featuring R&B, hip-hop, and emerging artists across multiple Austin venues including YETI Flagship.

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Bleecker St. Re-Releases Kumiko: The Treasure Hunter

Radio Facts StaffFebruary 29, 2024May 9, 2026

by Radio Facts StaffFebruary 29, 2024May 9, 2026012

Bleecker Street re-releases Zellner Bros.' acclaimed 2014 film Kumiko, The Treasure Hunter for its 10th anniversary. The Sundance favorite returns to theaters March 22.

Music Publishing

SOMETHING’S GONNA KILL ME: Corey Kent’s Gold Milestone

Digital and Radio FactsFebruary 29, 2024May 25, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsFebruary 29, 2024May 25, 202607

Corey Kent's hit 'Something's Gonna Kill Me' earned RIAA Gold certification. The rising country star was surprised with the plaque at Sony Music Nashville.

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Shantel May Drops “Love It Here” ft. Lola Brooke

Digital and Radio FactsFebruary 29, 2024May 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsFebruary 29, 2024May 9, 202603

Toronto R&B singer Shantel May releases her US debut single 'Love It Here' featuring NYC rapper Lola Brooke. The track samples The Isley Brothers' classic.

Radio

Dielectric’s Green Load Solution at NAB Show

Digital and Radio FactsFebruary 29, 2024May 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsFebruary 29, 2024May 9, 202608

Dielectric unveils OptiLoad at NAB Show 2024, featuring a revolutionary green RF load solution with closed-loop cooling and PLC controls for broadcast transmission systems.

Radio

First-of-its-Kind NAB Show Welcome Session Announced

Radio Facts StaffFebruary 28, 2024May 9, 2026

by Radio Facts StaffFebruary 28, 2024May 9, 2026011

NAB Show announces groundbreaking Welcome Session featuring CEO Curtis LeGeyt, journalist Adrienne Bankert, and AI robot Ameca presenting industry study.

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Aftershock 2024: West Coast Rock Fest Oct 10-13

Radio Facts StaffFebruary 28, 2024May 9, 2026

by Radio Facts StaffFebruary 28, 2024May 9, 202606

Aftershock 2024 returns to Sacramento Oct 10-13 with Iron Maiden, Slayer, Slipknot, and M�tley Cr�e headlining the West Coast's largest rock festival.

Hip Hop

Kanye West Sued for Sampling Donna Summer Hit

Digital and Radio FactsFebruary 28, 2024May 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsFebruary 28, 2024May 9, 202607

Donna Summer's estate sued Kanye West and Ty Dolla Sign for unauthorized use of 'I Feel Love' in their song 'Good (Don't Die)' from 'Vultures

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Carmela Wallace Launches Mental Health PSA

Digital and Radio FactsFebruary 28, 2024May 26, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsFebruary 28, 2024May 26, 2026011

Carmela Wallace, Juice WRLD's mother, launches national PSA for Live Free 999, her nonprofit promoting mental health support and substance abuse prevention.

Music Business News

San Jose Sharks Launch 24/7 Audio Network for Global Fans

Digital and Radio FactsFebruary 28, 2024May 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsFebruary 28, 2024May 9, 202604

San Jose Sharks launched their own 24/7 audio network using StreamGuys' SGrecast platform, delivering live games and on-demand content to global fans.

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Urban One Atlanta Ribbon Cutting

Digital and Radio FactsFebruary 28, 2024May 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsFebruary 28, 2024May 9, 202606

Urban One Atlanta opens Artist Collective exhibit featuring six Black photographers in honor of Black History Month. The downtown venue also debuts new ATL Creativity

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TwoGether Land: 2024 Memorial Day w/ Lil Wayne

Radio Facts StaffFebruary 27, 2024May 5, 2026

by Radio Facts StaffFebruary 27, 2024May 5, 2026010

TwoGether Land debuts in Dallas Memorial Day weekend 2024, featuring Lil Wayne, Summer Walker, Latto and Gucci Mane at Fair Park May 25-26.

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NEON’s Nationwide Screening: Ava DuVernay’s Origin + Q&A

Radio Facts StaffFebruary 27, 2024May 5, 2026

by Radio Facts StaffFebruary 27, 2024May 5, 2026015

NEON announces nationwide screening of Ava DuVernay's Origin in 500 theaters on February 28, featuring exclusive Q&A with the acclaimed director.

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Wavetick: Music Marketplace with High Creator Shares

Radio Facts StaffFebruary 27, 2024May 9, 2026

by Radio Facts StaffFebruary 27, 2024May 9, 2026013

Wavetick launches as a music marketplace offering creators 87.5% sales income and simplified licensing. The platform has attracted 600,000 downloads with instant payouts and customizable

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Tixr Ranks 12th on Inc. 5000 Regionals: Pacific List

Digital and Radio FactsFebruary 27, 2024May 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsFebruary 27, 2024May 9, 202607

Tixr ranks 12th on Inc. 5000 Regionals Pacific list with 900% growth from 2020-2022. The ticketing platform serves as the largest privately-held live event commerce

Music Publishing

HighSchool Announce New EP & Share New Single

Digital and Radio FactsFebruary 27, 2024May 25, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsFebruary 27, 2024May 25, 202609

Melbourne post-punk duo HighSchool announces their second EP 'Accelerator' out April 19, sharing new single 'Doesn't Matter' about unrequited love.

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2024 Black Girls Dream Conference: Atlanta, June 7-8

Radio Facts StaffFebruary 27, 2024May 9, 2026

by Radio Facts StaffFebruary 27, 2024May 9, 202607

The 2024 Black Girls Dream Conference takes place June 7-8 in Atlanta, featuring Afrofuturism theme and empowerment workshops for Black women and youth.

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Cory Henry’s Gospel Album CHURCH Celebrates Roots

Digital and Radio FactsFebruary 27, 2024May 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsFebruary 27, 2024May 9, 2026015

Grammy winner Cory Henry releases his first gospel album CHURCH, a 23-track celebration of his musical roots featuring collaborations with gospel legends and family.