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India.Arie requests music removal from Spotify due to Joe Rogan's racist statements and calls for higher artist streaming payments beyond current .003-.005 per stream rates.
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IHEARTMEDIA MIAMI: SAMI JO NEW Y100 MIDDAY HOST
iHeartMedia Miami announces Sami Jo Negron as the new Midday Host for Y100, Miami's #1 Hit Music Station. She will broadcast weekdays 10am-2pm featuring hits
SiriusXM’s The Highway Adds Midday Host Kellie Pickler
Country singer Kellie Pickler joins SiriusXM's The Highway as midday host, broadcasting weekdays 12pm-4pm ET starting February 14.
Aretha Franklin, Miles Davis & Motown Radio
SiriusXM launches special Black History Month programming featuring dedicated channels for Aretha Franklin, Miles Davis, and Motown starting February 4th.
Warner Music Unveils Philly Soul Icons Documentary
Warner Music announces documentary on Philly Soul legends Kenny Gamble, Leon Huff, and Thom Bell. The film explores their creation of Philadelphia International Records.
Andrea Coleman Named News Director at Black Information Network
Black Information Network promotes Andrea Coleman to News Director and announces Ramses Ja will host new daily podcast 'Our Daily Story' launching this month.
Josh Remsberg Joins Warner Records as Senior VP of Revenue
Josh Remsberg joins Warner Records as Senior VP of Commercial Revenue after 20 years at Universal Music Group. He'll develop sales strategies across streaming and
UMG, Twitch, Amazon Music Expand Partnership
Universal Music Group expands partnerships with Twitch and Amazon Music for enhanced fan experiences, exclusive content, and new revenue opportunities for artists.
Opioid Settlement: $590M for Native American Tribes
Johnson & Johnson and major drug distributors will pay $590 million to Native American tribes over opioid crisis impacts. The settlement addresses the highest per
Sony Music Publishing Signs Norwegian Artist Dagny
Sony Music Publishing Scandinavia signs Norwegian pop star Dagny to worldwide deal. The acclaimed artist has 750+ million streams and co-wrote Katy Perry's hit.
Ivan Torres’ Wife Dies in Paraguay Concert Tragedy
Paraguayan soccer player Ivan Torres mourns the death of his wife Cristina Vita Aranda, who was fatally shot during a concert in Asuncion. She was
Rickey Smiley Extends Deal with Reach Media
Rickey Smiley extends his award-winning morning radio show deal with Reach Media for five more years. The agreement also includes launching The Rickey Smiley Podcast
Beasley Broadcast Group to Report Q4 2021 Financial Results
Beasley Broadcast Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: BBGI) (“Beasley” or the “Company”), a multi-platform media company, announced today that it will report its 2021 fourth quarter financial
Electric Vehicle Charging Road System to Launch in Detroit
Electreon launches America's first wireless EV charging road system in Detroit, partnering with Michigan agencies to deploy groundbreaking technology at Michigan Central.
#IRespectMusic Movement Asks iHeart and Cumulus Boards of
The #IRespectMusic Movement asks iHeart and Cumulus boards to discuss paying artists for AM/FM radio play. Blake Morgan leads 14,000+ artists demanding fairness.
Stryker Makes His Return To LA Radio
Radio personality Stryker returns to LA airwaves, joining Chris Booker for ALT 98.7's new afternoon drive show weekdays 3-7pm.
Mediaco to Acquire WBLS and HOT 97 from Emmis
Mediaco Holding will acquire New York's legendary urban radio stations WBLS and HOT 97 from Emmis Communications in a $91.5 million deal.
MC Lyte to be Honored at the 2013 Hip Hop Inaugural Ball
MC Lyte launches Hip-Hop Sisters Legends series with Yo Yo, Monie Love and other female rap pioneers. She'll be honored at 2013 Hip-Hop Inaugural Ball.
Howard Hesseman, 81, Dies After Colon Surgery
Howard Hesseman, beloved actor known for playing Dr. Johnny Fever on WKRP in Cincinnati and Charlie Moore on Head of the Class, died at 81
African American Film Critics Music Series
The African American Film Critics Association hosts virtual music series featuring composers behind major 2022 film soundtracks including RESPECT and KING RICHARD.
Audacy Adds New Afternoon Host Binky Lee to Q94
Audacy announces Binky Lee as the new afternoon host for Q94 in Richmond, VA, broadcasting weekdays 3-7 PM ET on both Q94 and Norfolk's Z104.
AUDACY NAMES NEW SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT�
Audacy appoints Adriana Rizzo as Senior VP of Consumer Marketing, effective January 31. Former Discovery+ and ESPN executive will lead audience growth for 200M listeners.
Instagram Users Can Now Track Who Viewed Their Stories
Instagram users can now track who viewed their stories using the story viewer feature. Learn how to access your viewers list and understand Instagram story
Howard Hewett Apologizes to Jody Watley After 40 Years
Howard Hewett publicly apologizes to former Shalamar bandmate Jody Watley after 40 years, revealing the truth behind their long-standing feud in a Vlad TV interview.
Man Creates Life Like Doll with Facial Expressions (video)
A man creates incredibly realistic human dolls with lifelike facial expressions, raising questions about the future of artificial human technology.