Azealia Banks on Iggy, Hip Hop & Corporate Capitalism
Azealia Banks delivers an emotional Hot 97 interview discussing black culture in hip hop and her ongoing feud with Iggy Azalea.
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Epic Records Posts $2M Bail for Bobby Shmurda
Epic Records is expected to post $2 million bail for rapper Bobby Shmurda following his arrest on serious charges including drugs, guns, and murder.
ASCAP CEO John LoFrumento to Retire
ASCAP CEO John LoFrumento announces retirement after transforming the organization since 1997, growing membership from 70,000 to 520,000 and distributions from $417M to $875M.
Backlash Against Mona Scott-Young Over Sorority Sisters
Backlash grows against producer Mona Scott-Young over VH1's new reality series Sorority Sisters, which follows nine women from Atlanta Greek life organizations.
NOISEY ATLANTA: MUSIC, DRUGS & VIOLENCE
Noisey Atlanta is a ten-part documentary series exploring the complex Atlanta rap scene, featuring 2 Chainz, Gucci Mane, Migos, Young Thug and other influential artists.
Nielsen Year-End Most Popular Radio Formats in PPM Markets
Nielsen reveals 2014's top radio formats with News/Talk leading overall, while Pop CHR dominates younger demographics. Urban AC ranks 7th among all listeners.
Vinyl Reissues of Iconic Hip Hop Albums Now Available Online
Respect The Classics announces vinyl reissues of iconic hip hop albums from Jay-Z, 50 Cent, LL Cool J, and more. Classic albums now available online.
Chet Buchanan Sets Record: 98.5 KLUC Toy Drive
98.5 KLUC's Chet Buchanan & The Morning Zoo Toy Drive sets records, filling 29 trailers with toys, collecting 5,146 bikes and over $323K in donations
Carson Daly Signs Multi-Year CBS Radio Contract
Carson Daly signs multi-year contract extension with CBS Radio to continue hosting his Los Angeles morning show and nationally syndicated countdown program.
D’Angelo and the Vanguard Release First Album in 14 Years
D'Angelo releases his first studio album in 14 years with 'Black Messiah.' The politically charged R&B project features collaborations with Questlove and Q-Tip.
J Cole on Music, Business & Artist Influence
J Cole discusses his memorable Letterman performance with Angie Martinez on Power 105, sharing insights about creating positive music and his artistic approach.
Rushion McDonald does Live Twitter and FaceBook Chats, Answers Questions
We will be doing a live chat where people submit questions using the hash tag #AskMMC.
Kendrick Lamar & Reebok Inspire Youth Through Film
Kendrick Lamar partners with Reebok to inspire youth through a short film shot in Compton. The collaboration includes limited edition Ventilator shoes.
Mister Cee Exits Hot 97 Segues to New Outlet
Legendary mix DJ Mister Cee has left his longtime position at Hot 97 to join Radio 103.9, a new Cumulus UAC format station in New
Beyonce, Taylor Swift, Iggy Azalea, Estelle Win Billboard Women in Music Awards
Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, Iggy Azalea, and Estelle were honored at Billboard's Women in Music Awards 2014. The ceremony celebrated female artists' achievements in the music
Media Personality/Radio Vet Fredrick Knight Passes
Radio veteran Donald Frederick Knight, known as the 'Microphone Doctor,' has passed away at 54. The broadcaster worked at multiple stations including WWDM and WJKS.
The Manhattans Winifred Blue Lovett Passes
Winfred 'Blue' Lovett, founding member and bass singer of legendary R&B group The Manhattans, has passed away at age 74.
Chris Rock Visits DeDe McGuire
DeDe McGuire, of K104's "DeDe in the Morning" hosted the "Top Five" movie screening in Dallas, TX. DeDe says, "Top Five is the funniest movie
Radio’s RADAR Networks: 177M+ Listeners
Nielsen's December 2014 RADAR report shows radio networks reached 177 million listeners weekly, representing 66.6% of the U.S. population aged 12+.
Usher Tour Stops by KKDA
Usher's Experience Tour made a memorable stop at Dallas' American Airlines Center, where the R&B superstar met backstage with K104 radio personalities.
EMMIS NY 3RD ANNUAL “SPREAD THE WARMTH” COAT DRIVE
Emmis New York radio stations WBLS 107.5, HOT 97, and WLIB 1190 host their 3rd annual 'Spread the Warmth' coat drive at Green Acres Mall
Floyd Mayweather Witnesses Friend’s Murder/Suicide on FaceTime
Rapper Earl Hayes allegedly killed VH1 dancer Stephanie Mosley before taking his own life, reportedly while on FaceTime with Floyd Mayweather.
Ownership Models Approved to Boost Minority TV Access
FCC approves new ownership models to boost minority access to TV stations, resulting in ten new minority- and women-owned broadcast properties across multiple markets.
Wu-Tang Clan Aims to Inspire, Change, Unify
Wu-Tang Clan releases new single 'A Better Tomorrow' with hopes to inspire global change and unity through their music and video message.
Black Friday Vinyl Sales Surge at Indie Stores
Black Friday 2014 delivered 259,000 vinyl album sales, making it the second biggest week for vinyl sales since Nielsen began tracking in 1991.