John “Sly” Wilson Receives BMI Pop Music Songwriter Award
John 'Sly' Wilson of Sly Slick & Wicked receives BMI Pop Music Songwriter Award for co-writing Justin Timberlake's #1 hit 'Suit & Tie' featuring Jay
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NAB Statement on Songwriter Royalty Legislation
NAB opposes new Senate legislation that would increase songwriter royalty rates for radio stations, citing concerns about costs threatening free local radio service.
Spanish Broadcasting System Launches Mega 96.3FM LA
Spanish Broadcasting System launches Mega 96.3FM in Los Angeles, targeting Hispanic millennials with Spanish-Rhythmic-Pop format featuring Shakira, Romeo Santos, and Enrique Iglesias.
Pentatonix Signs with RCA Records
Pentatonix signs with RCA Records after massive YouTube success with 445 million views. The vocal quintet has sold 500,000+ albums and completed sold-out tours.
Warner Bros. Records Expands Dance Music Team with New Roles
Warner Bros. Records expands its dance music division by hiring Taryn Haight as Director of Dance Marketing and Lauren Lipsay as Manager of Dance Marketing.
Tina Hart Joins BMI as Executive, Europe Relations
Tina Hart joins BMI as Executive for Writer/Publisher Relations in Europe, based in London. Former Music Week Deputy Features Editor will recruit songwriters and manage
Rick Jackson’s Country Classics: Kenny Rogers Tribute
Rick Jackson's Country Classics dedicates its April 4-5 episode to honor Kenny Rogers following the country legend's passing at age 81.
LIVE 101.5’s LADY LA Helps Autistic Children
LIVE 101.5's Lady La raised $2,426 for Arizona Autism United through calendar sales partnered with Hi-Health stores, supporting therapy for children with autism.
Bunji Garlin Signs Exclusive Deal with RCA and VP Records
Trinidadian soca artist Bunji Garlin signs exclusive deal with RCA Records and VP Records to promote international hit 'Differentology.' The partnership marks a major step
NABJ Honors Tiffany Warren with Patricia L. Tobin Award
NABJ honors Tiffany Warren, Omnicom Group's Chief Diversity Officer, with the 2014 Patricia L. Tobin Award for her trailblazing work in media diversity and inclusion.
D A Johnson New GM for Light Records
D A Johnson has been appointed as the new General Manager for Light Records gospel label, transitioning from his role as Executive Director at Malaco
Wes “Party” Johnson has Died: Funeral Information
Funeral services announced for beloved radio personality Wes 'Party' Johnson. Memorial service scheduled for May 31, 2014 in Littleton, NC.
Radio Revenue Report: Communications, Insurance, Health Care Growth Stars
Radio's Q1 2014 revenue remained flat compared to 2013, with digital and off-air gains offsetting spot and network declines. Communications and insurance led growth.
The Roots Talk New Celebrity, Fallon, New Album and More
The Roots' Black Thought and ?uestlove discuss their new album, gaining fans through Jimmy Fallon's Tonight Show, and performing at Summer Jam in Hot 97
Durant Leads OKC Past Clippers in Series
Kevin Durant delivered an epic performance to lead OKC Thunder to series victory over the Los Angeles Clippers, eliminating Chris Paul and Blake Griffin.
Big Boy Interviews Peter Rosenberg and Cipha Sounds
Cipha Sounds and Peter Rosenberg sat down with Big Boy in Big Boy's Neighborhood to talk about their hit show on VH1, "This is Hot
XO Digital: Affordable Music Distribution for Artists
XO Digital launches affordable music distribution services charging just $2 per track with no yearly subscriptions. Artists keep 100% rights and revenues while accessing major
Wale Joins BACARDI on Original Digital Music Series
Wale teams up with BACARD� rum for their new digital music series 'BACARD� Loud & Untameable,' collaborating with Latin fusion band Yerba Buena.
Jennifer Lopez to Perform First Concert in Bronx This June
Jennifer Lopez will perform her first-ever concert in the Bronx on June 4th at Orchard Beach as part of State Farm Neighborhood Sessions, returning home
JLO Talks Jay Z/Solange Scandal and “Big Booty” Song
JLO discusses the Jay Z/Solange elevator incident and her controversial song 'Big Booty' in revealing interview with Angie Martinez about her new album.
Peep the New Michael Jackson Video “Love Never Felt So Good”
New Michael Jackson video for "Love Never Felt So Good" features Justin Timberlake, dancers, and classic MJ footage in an energetic tribute.
Emeli Sand� Explains “How to Write a Song” on BBC Radio 1
Emeli Sand� reveals her songwriting secrets on BBC Radio 1, breaking down the creative process behind hits like River, Next To Me, and Clown at
SoundExchange Applauds Reps. Blackburn and Eshoo for Protecting Musicians
SoundExchange applauds Representatives Blackburn and Eshoo for introducing H.R. 4588, requiring broadcasters to pay performance royalties to artists and labels for radio play.
Motown Records Appoints Myisha Brooks VP Creative Relations
Myisha Brooks has been appointed Vice President of Creative Relations & Marketing at Motown Records, reporting to president Ethiopia Habtemariam.
Warner/Chappell & Zentropa Partner on Music Rights
Warner/Chappell Music partners with Zentropa to manage publishing rights for over 100 film scores including Oscar-winning soundtracks from Lars von Trier films.