Why Sam Cooke’s Death Will Never Be Solved (Guest Editorial)
A guest editorial examines the controversial circumstances surrounding Sam Cooke's 1964 death, arguing the official account is false and presenting evidence suggesting the R&B legend
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Pershing Square’s $10b IPO Could Reshape Music Industry Power Dynamics
Bill Ackman’s Pershing Square is raising up to $10 billion through a dual IPO while simultaneously pursuing a $64 billion unsolicited takeover of Universal Music
Vol for Life Ron Slay Remains �In the Building� as Afternoon Drive Host on Nashville�s 104.5 The Zone With Multi-Year Renewal
Cumulus Media�s 104.5 The Zone, Middle Tennessee�s leading destination for live and local sports talk, announced today that Ron Slay – Vol For Life and
BMI�s Russell Dickerson Hosts Sixth No. One Party for Platinum Single �Happen to Me�
BMI entertainer Russell Dickerson brought the music industry together inside BMI�s Nashville lobby on April 15 to celebrate his sixth career and multi-week chart topper,
Sony Music Publishing and Ace High Music�Sign Jake�Saghi�to Global Deal�
Sony Music Publishing�Nashville, in partnership with�Ace High Music,�announced the signing of�Jake�Saghi�to a global publishing agreement.��Colorado native Jake�Saghi�is a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter�and producer�who is quickly becoming a�sought-after�collaborator�in�Nashville�s
Zelus: Phoenix Ai Station Hires Human Manager to Evolve Brand Equity for Music Discovery
As publishers and songwriters watch AI voices flood airwaves without a dime in performance royalties for recordings, Zelus Media Group’s hire of a human station
Concord Partners With Victor Victor to Manage Pop Smoke and Ski Mask Catalogs in Hip-hop Push
Publishers and rights holders in hip-hop now have a powerhouse alliance to watch as Concord, a major independent music company, dives deeper into rap catalog
Ye Postpones Marseille Concert Amid French Government Ban Threat on Comeback Tour
Ye’s indefinite postponement of his Marseille show slams the brakes on a key revenue stream for publishers and rights holders banking on his comeback catalog
Prosecutors Label Big30 Flight Risk Over Pending Seven-figure Label Deal
Publishers and rights holders must now factor in how pending major label contracts can torpedo artist bond releases, turning lucrative advances into federal arguments for
Publishers Eye Massive Royalties From Chris Brown Usher R&b Tour Dream Setlist
Publishers and songwriters stand to cash in big from The R&B (Raymond & Brown) Tour, as this 33-date Live Nation-produced juggernaut spotlights a treasure trove
Spotify and Majors Win $322m Default Judgment Against Anna�s Archive Shadow Library
Publishers and songwriters face nonstop digital piracy threats that bleed royalties dry, and this $322 million default judgment against Anna�s Archive delivers a blueprint for
Live Nation-ticketmaster Breakup Suddenly Viable After States Crush Them in Court
Publishers and songwriters locked into Live Nation’s concert ecosystem face a seismic shift if a court forces Ticketmaster’s divestiture, potentially unlocking fairer ticketing that boosts
Luther Vandross, Phil Collins, Wu?Tang Clan Earn Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Honors
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has revealed the Class of 2026, honoring a slate of artists and industry figures whose work reshaped music
Justin Bieber’s Coachella Headline Ignites Massive Streaming Surge for Publishers and Songwriters
Publishers and songwriters holding stakes in Justin Bieber’s deep catalog are cashing in big right now, as his Coachella headline detonated a streaming explosion that
Berklee College Of Music Faces Student Backlash Over AI Music Course
Berklee College of Music is currently facing a wave of student opposition regarding its recently introduced course on artificial intelligence in music. The course, which
Socan Reports Record $587 Million In Collections For 2025
The Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada (SOCAN) has announced that its collections reached an unprecedented $587 million in 2025. This milestone
Latin Music Revenue In The US Surpasses $1 Billion
Latin music in the United States has reached a significant milestone, with revenue hitting $1 billion at wholesale value for 2025, according to the Recording
How Coachella Came to Be
In May of each year, the valley of Indio, Palm Springs, Palm Desert and surrounding cities will reach staggering 120 degrees but right before that
Streamguys and APM Launch Inform Ad Network for Public Radio
StreamGuys, a prominent provider of streaming media services, and American Public Media (APM), one of the largest producers of public radio programming, have announced the
BIA Raises 2026 Local Radio Ad Revenue Forecast on Political Surge
BIA Advisory Services has updated its forecast for local radio advertising revenue in 2026, projecting an increase driven primarily by anticipated political advertising strength. This
Townsquare Media Boosts Local Engagement With Executive Visits
Townsquare Media, a prominent player in the local media landscape, has launched a new initiative aimed at strengthening its community ties through a series of
UMG Settles Copyright Dispute With Believe and TuneCore
Universal Music Group (UMG) has reached a settlement in its copyright infringement lawsuit against music distribution companies Believe and TuneCore. The lawsuit, filed in the
YouTube Launches 24/7 Coachella 2026 TV Station
YouTube has announced the launch of a 24/7 TV station dedicated to covering the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in 2026. This development marks
WBUR Festival Sets Model For Public Radio Station Events
The WBUR Festival is making its return for a second year, drawing attention as a potential model for similar events hosted by public radio stations.
Spanish Broadcasting System Files Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Spanish Broadcasting System (SBS), a prominent player in the Hispanic media landscape, has initiated Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings, according to recent filings. The company, which
