The Business of Music, Publishing, and Broadcast Media History

TuneCore Expands Sub-Publisher Deals for Songwriters

Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 30, 2013May 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 30, 2013May 9, 2026012

TuneCore expands global reach with four new sub-publisher agreements, allowing songwriters worldwide to collect royalties from digital stores and societies through automated online administration.

Radio

Beyonce Pays To Perform At Super Bowl

HassahnJanuary 30, 2013April 9, 2026

by HassahnJanuary 30, 2013April 9, 202609

Beyonc� invested hundreds of thousands of her own money to enhance her 2013 Super Bowl halftime performance beyond the NFL's $600,000 production budget.

Artists Reviewed

New Jack Swing Artist Father MC Facing Scam Accusations

Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 30, 2013May 8, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 30, 2013May 8, 202609

Father MC, known for 1990 hit 'I'll Do 4 U,' faces allegations of scamming aspiring artists by charging $700 studio sessions and sharing tracks with

Singers

Charlie Wilson: 60th Birthday & New Album

Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 30, 2013May 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 30, 2013May 9, 202607

R&B legend Charlie Wilson celebrates his 60th birthday with the release of new album 'Love, Charlie'. The Gap Band frontman and Grammy nominee continues his

Music Business News

Ralph Tresvant’s Son Responds to Allegations

Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 29, 2013May 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 29, 2013May 9, 2026010

Ralph Tresvant Jr. defends his mother Shelly against drug addiction allegations, stating she's now clean and sober. The 15-year-old son of New Edition's lead singer

Radio Reviewed

Warren Ballentine Indicted on $10M Mortgage Fraud

Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 29, 2013May 8, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 29, 2013May 8, 20262 7

Syndicated radio host Warren Ballentine faces federal indictment on $10 million mortgage fraud charges involving over two dozen properties in Chicago area.

Reviewed

Shelly Tresvant, Ralph Tresvant’s ex Wife is Doing Fine

Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 29, 2013May 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 29, 2013May 9, 20265 25

Shelly Tresvant, ex-wife of New Edition's Ralph Tresvant, is living clean and sober in Atlanta according to their son. The 39-year-old has overcome past struggles.

Reviewed

George Benson Unveils New Fender Signature Amp

Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 29, 2013May 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 29, 2013May 9, 202606

Jazz guitar legend George Benson unveiled his signature Fender GB Hot Rod Deluxe amplifier at The NAMM Show, marking a prestigious collaboration between the 10-time

Reviewed

Tavis Smiley Faces Backlash After Controversial Departures

Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 29, 2013May 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 29, 2013May 9, 2026122

Tavis Smiley faces mounting backlash after controversial departures from major platforms and losing PBS countersuit. His public feuds with Tom Joyner, Steve Harvey, and Al

Hip Hop

Rick Ross Targeted in Drive-By, Crashes Rolls Royce

Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 28, 2013May 8, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 28, 2013May 8, 202608

Rick Ross crashed his Rolls Royce while escaping gunfire in a drive-by shooting in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Over a dozen rounds were fired at the

Radio

Rickey Smiley Hosts AT&T’s 28 Days Concert Series

Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 28, 2013April 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 28, 2013April 9, 2026014

Comedian Rickey Smiley hosts AT&T's 28 Days concert series celebrating Black History Month with Elle Varner, MC Lyte, and speakers across multiple cities.

Radio

Avant Sings for Majic 107.5’s KB

Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 28, 2013May 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 28, 2013May 9, 202605

R&B singer Avant visits Majic 107.5 radio station for an interview with KB, discussing his upcoming show and performing impromptu a cappella vocals.

Hip Hop

LL Cool J Talks about Child Abuse on Oprah

Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 28, 2013May 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 28, 2013May 9, 202606

LL Cool J opens up about child abuse on Oprah, addressing a prevalent issue in the black community that's often overlooked.

Radio

2Day FM Cancels Morning Show After Prank Gone Wrong

Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 28, 2013April 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 28, 2013April 9, 202605

2Day FM canceled The Hot 30 show after hosts' royal prank call led to nurse Jacintha Saldanha's tragic death. The DJs impersonated Queen and Prince

Radio

Tom Joyner Responds to Tavis Smiley’s Criticism of Obama

Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 27, 2013April 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 27, 2013April 9, 20264 10

Tom Joyner responds to Tavis Smiley's criticism of President Obama using Dr. King's Bible at inauguration. Joyner suggests Smiley's obsession with legacy is driving his

Industry Passings

Ohio Players Front Man Leroy “Sugarfoot” Bonner Dies

Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 27, 2013May 5, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 27, 2013May 5, 202605

Leroy 'Sugarfoot' Bonner, front man of the Ohio Players and funk legend behind hits like 'Fire' and 'Love Rollercoaster,' has died at age 70 in

Radio

Tina Turner To Surrender U.S. Citizenship

Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 27, 2013April 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 27, 2013April 9, 202608

Music legend Tina Turner is surrendering her U.S. citizenship to become a Swiss citizen. The 73-year-old has lived in Switzerland since 1995.

Singers

Beyonce Dumps Destiny’s Child For Super Bowl

Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 27, 2013May 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 27, 2013May 9, 202608

Beyonc� cancels planned Destiny's Child reunion for Super Bowl halftime show, opting for solo performance instead. The reunion was to feature Kelly Rowland and Michelle

Radio

Stevie Wonder & Gary Clark Jr. Headline Bud Light Hotel Concert

Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 25, 2013April 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 25, 2013April 9, 2026014

Stevie Wonder headlines Saturday night concert lineup with Gary Clark Jr. at Bud Light Hotel during Super Bowl XLVII week in New Orleans.

Singers

Prince Exposes Madonna and Maroon 5

Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 24, 2013May 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 24, 2013May 9, 202606

Prince opens up about his tumultuous relationship with Madonna and criticizes Maroon 5's cover of his hit 'Kiss' in a candid Billboard interview ahead of

Industry Related News

Rashan Ali Talks “Real Husbands of Hollywood” with Boris Kodjoe

Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 24, 2013May 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 24, 2013May 9, 202609

Streetz 94.5 host Rashan Ali interviews Boris Kodjoe about BET's mock reality show 'Real Husbands Of Hollywood' starring Kevin Hart and Robin Thicke.

Radio

Grammy Foundation Music Preservation New Performers

Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 24, 2013April 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 24, 2013April 9, 2026010

Grammy Foundation announces star-studded lineup including Dionne Warwick, Ed Sheeran, and Lupe Fiasco for 15th Annual Music Preservation Project concert celebrating music's evolution.

Music Business News

Jamiroquai To Tour South & Central America

Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 24, 2013May 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 24, 2013May 9, 2026012

British jazz funk band Jamiroquai announces South & Central America tour starting February 7th in Brazil. The Grammy-winning group hasn't performed in the U.S. since

Reviewed

Bunny Wailer Threatens Lawsuit Against Snoop

Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 24, 2013May 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 24, 2013May 9, 202603

Bunny Wailer threatens to sue Snoop Dogg over alleged fraudulent use of Rastafari symbols during his Snoop Lion phase. The Rastafari Millennium Council demands financial

Singers

Source Claims Beyonce Disappointed By Lip Sync Controversy

Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 24, 2013May 9, 2026

by Digital and Radio FactsJanuary 24, 2013May 9, 202609

Beyonce faces criticism after reportedly lip syncing the national anthem at the Presidential Inauguration. Marine Corp Band representative confirms the controversy while sources say she