ASCAP Elects Board of Directors
ASCAP announces results of biennial Board of Directors election, with 24 writer and publisher members elected for two-year terms starting April 2013.
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Smokey Robinson Signs With Verve for Duets Album
Motown legend Smokey Robinson signs with Verve Music Group for his 29th album, a unique duets project featuring his greatest hits with contemporary artists.
Nashville Honors Basketball Legends and Community
Nashville honored basketball legends and launched City Hoops, an initiative to place basketball hoops throughout the city for youth development and community building.
Josh Hoke Releases Debut Album Ghosts and Glory in Portland
Portland singer-songwriter Josh Hoke releases debut album 'Ghosts and Glory,' a 10-track folk collection reflecting the Northwest music scene resurgence.
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis at We Day with 15K Students
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis joined Jennifer Hudson and Coach Pete Carroll at Seattle's first-ever We Day, inspiring 15,000 students at KeyArena in the world's largest
‘s Music From Rotation
Radio Facts: Earlier this year the song “Karate Chop”� leaked online featuring rapper Lil Wayne. He raps, “Bout to put rims on my skateboard wheels/Beat
Radio Station Pulls Rick Ross and Lil Wayne’s Music
Michigan radio station WUVS 103.7 removes all Lil Wayne and Rick Ross music from rotation over controversial lyrics referencing Emmett Till and date rape.
Skip Murphy Replacing Michael Baisden
Radio vet Skip Murphy confirmed as Michael Baisden's replacement at Cumulus, with Jasmine Saunders as co-host. The syndication company is testing the new show.
Beyoncé Puts a Ring on It In Support of Gay Marriage
Beyonc� shows support for marriage equality with Instagram posts featuring her twist on 'Single Ladies' lyrics and the Human Rights Campaign logo.
Gucci Mane Locked Up
Gucci Mane was arrested on aggravated assault charges after allegedly hitting a fan with a champagne bottle at an Atlanta nightclub. The incident occurred when
Justin Timberlake Falls Slightly Short of 1 Million
Justin Timberlake's The 20/20 Experience tops Billboard charts with 968,000 first-week sales, nearly doubling projections and breaking his personal record.
Rapper Nasty Nick Preps “West Side Story”
Openly gay rapper Nasty Nick from Staten Island prepares his sophomore album 'West Side Story' featuring a more street-oriented sound and collaborator Anna Monroe.
Heydey Publishing Releases New Book on Racial Dynamics Today
Heydey Publishing releases 'Black Americans In The 21st Century: Integrating Or Segregating' by Doug Saint Carter, examining modern racial dynamics and civil rights leadership in
CBS Survivor Star Hits Bestseller Book List
Los Angeles, CA, March 19, 2013 –(PR.com)– He’s done it again. Phillip Sheppard of CBS Survivor (Fans vs. Favorites) not only dominates the current season,
Loren Raye Named Co-Host of The TJ Show on 103.3 AMP Radio
Loren Raye joins TJ Taormina as co-host of The TJ Show on Boston's 103.3 AMP Radio starting April 1. The duo reunites after working together
Rick Ross Faces Backlash Over Controversial Lyric
Rick Ross faces intense criticism for controversial lyrics about drugging women in Rocko's song "You Don't Even Know It," sparking debate about accountability in hip-hop.
Dionne Warwick Files for Bankruptcy
Music legend Dionne Warwick filed for bankruptcy over $1 million in IRS tax debt dating back to the 1990s. Her attorney says penalties and interest
Tamar Braxton’s No. 1 Debut Single “Love And War”
Radio Facts: Singer, songwriter, television producer and actress Tamar Braxton , who stars in WE tv’s hit series Braxton Family Values and Tamar & Vince
Tamar Braxton’s “Love & War” Tops Charts
Tamar Braxton's debut solo single 'Love & War' hits No. 1 on Urban Adult Contemporary radio and iTunes, with the music video garnering nearly 4
Look it’s Siedah Garrett and RF Managing Editor Hassahn
Radio Facts Managing Editor met Siedah Garrett, songwriter behind Michael Jackson's 'Man in the Mirror,' at the DEMOS Documentary screening in LA.
RF Tech Watch: Over Half of Americans Own Smartphones
Smartphone ownership among Americans 12+ reached 53% in 2013, up from 44% in 2012. The Infinite Dial 2013 study reveals key insights about digital media
Jodeci Booed off Stage at Wembley Arena (vid)
R&B group Jodeci was booed off stage during their performance at London's Wembley Arena. The incident highlights the group's struggles.
LOOK it’s RaVaughn and WBHJ MD, Lil Homie
R&B artist RaVaughn connects with WBHJ Birmingham's Music Director Lil Homie. The collaboration highlights the ongoing relationship between artists and urban radio.
R&B Divas Atlanta Returns for Season Two with April Specials
TV One's R&B Divas Atlanta returns for season two on May 1st with Faith Evans, Angie Stone, and cast. April features special programming celebrating legendary
Lupe Fiasco: Rappers and Media Must Own Violence
Lupe Fiasco calls out rappers and media to take responsibility for promoting violence in music, admitting his own past contributions while urging change.