ESSENCE Festival Concert Series Sells Out All Three Nights
ESSENCE Festival 2018 made history by selling out all three nights at the Louisiana Superdome for the first time ever, drawing over 510,000 attendees to
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DJ Nabs Accuses Nas of Sleeping with Girlfriend
Industry DJ Nabs accuses rap legend Nas of having an affair with his girlfriend Jessica Santos, revealing texts dating back to 2014.
Tino Cochino Radio Celebrates New Affiliate
Tino Cochino Radio adds KZBD-FM 107.5 in Spokane, WA as new affiliate. The syndicated show airs weeknights 7pm-11pm on the Top 40 station.
Angie Ange Makes Announcement at WKYS
Radio personality Angie Ange makes major announcement at WKYS, with industry insiders saying she's just getting started in her career.
Sony Music Relaunches Arista Records
Sony Music officially relaunches Arista Records under former Island Records CEO David Massey. The revamped label will operate as a broad creative platform.
Drake’s Scorpion Hits 1B Streams, #1 Album
Drake's Scorpion album makes history as the first album to reach 1 billion streams in one week, breaking multiple records and claiming #1 on Billboard.
SHOWTIME: The Chi & Black Monday at Essence Festival
SHOWTIME brings hit drama The Chi and new comedy Black Monday to 2018 Essence Festival. Creator Lena Waithe headlines keynote while Regina Hall debuts exclusive
D.L. Hughley on “How Not to Get Shot” and Megyn Kelly
Comedian D.L. Hughley discusses his new satirical book 'How Not to Get Shot and Other Advice from White People,' revealing how a contentious Megyn Kelly
Mark Ronson Settles Suit Over More Bounce to Ounce
Mark Ronson settles second lawsuit over 'Uptown Funk' with Lastrada Entertainment, which owns rights to Zapp's 'More Bounce to the Ounce.'
Radio Broadcaster Dies after Getting Out of Stalled Van
Larry Bruce Cotlar, host of 'Cotlar and Company' on 1350 ESPN Iowa, died after being swept away by floodwaters when he exited his stalled van
Drake Recognizes Former WBLK DJ Al Wood on New Project
Drake featured former WBLK radio DJ Al Wood on his new track 'After Dark,' sampling the Buffalo Quiet Storm host from 1995. The tribute highlights
Triller Signs Global Deal with Universal Music Group
Triller announces major licensing deal with Universal Music Group, giving 28 million users access to create AI-powered music videos with songs from Drake, Rihanna and
Fox Sets Date for Rescheduled Disney Merger Vote
21st Century Fox sets July 27, 2018 for stockholder vote on amended Disney merger agreement. The board recommends approval of the revised deal.
Tom Joyner in Disney’s The Lion King Dallas
Radio legend Tom Joyner fulfilled his Broadway dreams with a walk-on role in Disney's The Lion King at Dallas Summer Musicals, performing during 'Can You
Industry Execs: Jones, Rhone & Habtemariam on Billboard
Billboard magazine features top music industry executives Juliette Jones, Sylvia Rhone, and Ethiopia Habtemariam on their latest cover in groundbreaking spotlight.
Man Who Stunk SO bad, He Died
A Russian guitarist caused an emergency plane landing due to severe body odor from untreated necrosis. Andrey Suchilin died after being unable to afford medical
LeBron James $75,000 a Week Anguilla Beach House (Pics)
LeBron James rented a luxurious Anguilla beach house for $75,000 per week featuring a full-time chef, butler, huge pool, and home theater with complete staff.
Sylvia Rhone Honored at Culture Creators Event
Epic Records president Sylvia Rhone received the Icon award at Culture Creators Awards, emphasizing the need to protect Black culture from exploitation.
Janet Jackson Named BMI Icon at 2018 R&B/Hip Hop Awards
Janet Jackson will be named a BMI Icon at the 2018 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards on August 30th in Atlanta. The honor recognizes her influence on
INDUSTRY and YouTube Partner For Launch Of YouTube Music
INDUSTRY, a Portland-based marketing company, partnered with YouTube to launch YouTube Music with a comprehensive campaign including brand films, advertisements, and artist partnerships.
John Legend Launches RosοΏ½ Brand LVE at Airbnb Concert
John Legend launched his new rosοΏ½ brand LVE at an intimate Airbnb concert in Beverly Hills with Chrissy Teigen and Kris Jenner in attendance.
Luke Cage on Breakfast Club: New Season & Fans
The cast of Marvel's Luke Cage discusses their new season on The Breakfast Club, covering music themes, character development, and fan interactions.
Anita Baker Receives Lifetime Achievement Award at BET
R&B legend Anita Baker will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2018 BET Awards. The Grammy-winning artist with eight awards and seven platinum albums
XXXTentacion’s Alleged Murderer Booked on Murder Charges
Dedrick D. Williams, 22, has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder in the death of rapper XXXTentacion. Williams has an extensive criminal record including
Jay Rock Discusses Motorcycle Accident and New Album
Jay Rock opens up about his life-changing motorcycle accident and discusses his new album 'Redemption' during his appearance on The Breakfast Club Radio Show.