industry Vet Alan Lott Passes
Music industry veteran Alan Lott has passed away, as announced by his wife Lygia on Facebook. The longtime radio and music executive died March 5th,
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Male and Female Tech Usage Comparison
Nielsen's Q4 2013 report reveals women spend 1.5 hours more than men using mobile apps daily, with smartphone users dedicating 89% of mobile time to
SESAC Christian Music Awards Honor Jason Ingram
SESAC honored Jason Ingram as Christian Songwriter of the Year and presented legendary band Petra with its first-ever Legacy Award in the Christian genre.
Watch Andre 3000 as Jimi Hendrix
Andre 3000 transforms into legendary guitarist Jimi Hendrix in newly released clips from the upcoming biographical film.
KISS FM Personality Koolout Recovering After Crash
101.9 Kiss FM radio personality Johnny 'Koolout' Starks is in fair condition after crashing into a tractor-trailer in North Carolina Tuesday morning.
BMG CONCLUDES TALPA MUSIC ACQUISITION
BMG completes acquisition of Talpa Music, gaining top EDM artists like Afrojack, Nicky Romero, and Fedde Le Grand while becoming the leading Benelux publisher.
Kyle Graham Talks Saving Money While Living Check to Check
Financial expert Kyle Graham shares practical money-saving tips on Sway in the Morning, including how to build emergency funds while living paycheck to paycheck.
Infinite Dial: Smartphone Ownership up over 500%
61% of Americans 12+ now own smartphones in 2014, up from 53% in 2013. The Infinite Dial study reveals key trends in digital media consumption
Jon Platt Named Man of the Year by Black Radio
Jon Platt, Warner/Chappell Music's President of North America, named Man of the Year by Black Radio Exclusive Magazine for his work with Jay-Z, Beyonc�, Drake
Pharrell’s “G I R L” Listening Party at Red Bull Studios
Pharrell Williams hosted an exclusive live listening party for his album 'G I R L' from Red Bull Studios, featuring his #1 hit 'Happy' and
Steve Harvey Speaks on Being an ICON MANN and a Real Man
Steve Harvey shares his ICON MANN testimony as part of BET's '28 Men of Change' Black History Month initiative celebrating contemporary Black trailblazers.
Kanye’ s DONDA Music Joins Forces with Jay Z’s Roc Nation
Kanye West's DONDA Music partners with Jay-Z's Roc Nation for management of international recording and worldwide touring ventures.
Radio Facts Radio Show 5 “Music Matters”
Radio Facts Radio Show episode 5 covers Billboard charts, artist mistakes, and Black ownership in music. Industry insiders discuss key issues affecting R&B and Hip-Hop.
Plateau Music Signs James Brown’s Son, Daryl Brown
Plateau Music signs Daryl Brown, son of James Brown, to a long-term recording deal. The 'Son of Soul' will work with producer Tony Mantor on
12 Years a Slave Director, Steve McQueen Takes a Stand
12 Years a Slave director Steve McQueen wore a 'Stand Up 4 Public Schools' wristband while accepting his Oscar, supporting an initiative to distribute the
LOOK it’s Cathy Hughes and Tom Joyner
Rare photo shows radio legends Cathy Hughes and Tom Joyner together. Two iconic figures who shaped urban radio and black media for decades.
NFL Player Roy Simmons, Who Later Came Out Dies
Former NFL player Roy Simmons, who made history coming out as gay on The Phil Donahue Show in 1992, died at age 57 in his
BMG Moves Writer Services Hub to LA Under Scherer
BMG relocates its Writer Services hub to Los Angeles under newly-promoted EVP Thomas Scherer. The move strengthens BMG's songwriting operations.
Kei Ishizaka Retires as Chairman/CEO of Warner Music Japan
Kei Ishizaka retires as Chairman and CEO of Warner Music Japan after leading the company for 2.5 years and 46 years in the Japanese music
DJs Crown McDonald’s Flavor Battle Champion
Legendary DJs Spinderella, Just Blaze and DJ Clue will judge the 2014 McDonald's Flavor Battle finale, where three DJs compete for $10,000 and bragging rights.
The Warriors’ actor Roger Hill dies at 65
Roger Hill, who played gang leader Cyrus in the 1979 cult classic 'The Warriors,' died at age 65. He delivered the iconic 'Can You Dig
Jackson, MS Mayor Chokweo Lumumba Dies
Jackson, Mississippi Mayor Chokwe Lumumba has died, according to Hinds County Coroner Sharon Grisham Stewart. Lumumba was elected mayor in 2013.
Radio Facts Black History Fact of the Day
Music legend Quincy Jones composed the iconic theme song for the groundbreaking African-American sitcom Sanford and Son. Jones has 79 Grammy nominations and 27 wins.
Radio Facts Pic of the Day – BET HONORS
Jennifer Hudson paid tribute to Aretha Franklin while Janelle Monae honored Berry Gordy with Jackson 5 classics at BET Honors celebration.
Eddie Murphy Sued for $50 Million by Comedian Brando Murphy
Comedian Brando Murphy files $50 million defamation lawsuit against Eddie Murphy, claiming the star is destroying his career. Murphy accused of impersonating Eddie and falsely