Blackground Records Names President
Jasmine "Jay" Love has been named President of Blackground Records 2.0, the iconic label behind Aaliyah and Timbaland. At 34, she'll lead the label's future....
Barry Hankersons Blackground Records 2.0 Signs Elijah Connor
Blackground Records 2.0 signs Elijah Connor, Prince's cousin known for viral Diddy stare-down on The Four. Connor becomes second artist on Barry Hankerson's relaunched label....
Hankerson Removes Aaliyah’s Music from Digital Platforms
Barry Hankerson removed Aaliyah's hit songs including 'One in a Million' from iTunes after they briefly appeared via unauthorized posting by Craze Productions....
Blackground CEO Barry Hankerson on Aaliyah Album
Blackground CEO Barry Hankerson defends the controversial new Aaliyah album, addressing criticism from Timbaland and Missy Elliott while revealing Drake's involvement....