Chico DeBarge Charged with Possession of Meth
R&B singer Chico DeBarge was arrested and charged with methamphetamine possession after police found drug paraphernalia in his RV following neighbor complaints.
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Jesus Gonzalez Named VP of BMI’s Latin Creative Team
BMI announces Jesus Gonzalez as new Vice President of Latin Creative team, bringing extensive experience from Universal Music Group working with major Latin artists.
WMMR-FM Renews Deal with Pierre Robert
WMMR-FM legendary radio host Pierre Robert signs multiyear extension with Beasley Media Group, securing his 40th year at the Philadelphia rock station.
Square, Inc, Announces Majority Ownership of TIDAL
Square Inc. announces $297 million acquisition of majority stake in TIDAL music platform. Jay-Z to join Square's board of directors as part of the deal.
David Crosby Sells Music Rights to Iconic Artists Group
David Crosby sells his complete music catalog to Irving Azoff's Iconic Artists Group, including rights to his solo work and recordings with The Byrds and
Howard University Gets $4.9M Music Business Center
Howard University receives $4.9 million from Warner Music Group to create a new music business center. The center will prepare diverse students for management careers
WHUR Lands New Station to Expand the Quiet Storm
WHUR expands its 24/7 Quiet Storm format to 98.3FM, giving more Washington D.C. area listeners access to romantic slow jams as the heritage station approaches
See Tom Joyner Featured on NBC News in 1985 (video)
Watch Tom Joyner featured on NBC News in 1985 as 'The Fly Jock' who flew daily between Dallas and Chicago radio shows. A true radio
iHeartMedia Debuts New Rock Station
iHeartMedia Greensboro launches Real Rock 105.7, featuring classic and modern rock from Led Zeppelin, Queen, Foo Fighters, and Nirvana with local programming.
SoundCloud Fan-Powered Royalties for Artists
SoundCloud launches fan-powered royalties, a new payment model that distributes listener revenue directly to the artists they stream, benefiting independent musicians with loyal fan bases.
Sony Music Publishing Launches in Indonesia
Sony Music Publishing launches its first independent publishing company in Indonesia with Anti Ariandini as General Manager. The new venture aims to develop Indonesian songwriters
Sony Music Publishing Extends Global Deal with Ilsey Juber
Sony Music Publishing extends worldwide deal with hitmaker Ilsey Juber, who has written chart-toppers for Beyonc�, Drake, Miley Cyrus, and Panic! At the Disco.
Entercom Announce Leadership Updates in Miami Markets
Entercom announces Tim Clarke as SVP and Market Manager for Boston market overseeing six stations, while Claudia Menegus takes over Miami operations.
iHeartRadio SeeHer Hear Her: Women in Music
iHeartRadio partners with SeeHer for a special International Women's Day event featuring Cardi B, Gwen Stefani and Kelsea Ballerini discussing gender equality in music.
iHeartMedia Toledo Launches Fox Sports 1230 The Gambler
iHeartMedia Toledo launches Fox Sports 1230 The Gambler, a new sports radio station focused on gambling, fantasy sports, and betting analysis for Toledo listeners.
Patty Erickson Joins ASCAP as Senior VP, Human Resources
Patty Erickson joins ASCAP as Senior VP of Human Resources, bringing extensive media industry experience from BBC Studios Americas and Viacom to lead culture and
Sony Music Publishing Signs Zara Larsson to Worldwide Deal
Sony Music Publishing signs Swedish pop superstar Zara Larsson to worldwide deal. The multi-platinum artist prepares to release new album Poster Girl March 5th.
Ethiopia Habtemariam Promoted to Chairman and CEO of Motown
Ethiopia Habtemariam has been promoted to Chairman and CEO of Motown Records after serving as President since 2014. Under her leadership, the iconic label relocated
MOBE Symposium: Women’s History Month Ad Series
MOBE Symposium celebrates Women's History Month with a week-long series on women in advertising featuring industry CEOs and executives.
Incognito’s Posted on the Corner Show Gets Syndication
Incognito's Posted on the Corner show moves to Reach Media for syndication across major urban markets. The weeknight show airs Monday-Friday 7pm-12am EST.
House Music DJ Legend Angel Moraes has Died
Legendary New York house music DJ Angel Moraes has passed away suddenly this weekend, surrounded by loved ones. The influential DJ's death was confirmed on
House DJ Legend Angel Moraes has Died
Angel passed away yesterday abruptly. He passes away surrounded with the people that loved him unconditionaly. Chris,… Posted by Angel Moraes on Sunday, February 28,
iHeart Radio DJ Found Dead in Home
KEGL Dallas afternoon host Russ Martin was found dead in his Frisco home at age 60. The longtime radio personality spent his entire career in
Billie Holiday’s Legacy: Risks of Speaking for Jazz
Billie Holiday faced persecution by Federal Bureau of Narcotics for singing 'Strange Fruit,' highlighting the risks Black artists took when speaking out against injustice.
Radio Programmer Sues Station Over Godlike Comment
Buffalo radio station WUFO ordered to pay $700K to former programmer Robert Frank who sued over alleged religious harassment and hostile work environment.