Music Licensing: A Hidden Revenue Stream for Many Artists
Music licensing offers artists a hidden revenue stream through TV, film, and commercial placements. Learn how independent artists can capitalize on sync opportunities and build...
Did King James Also Profit from Apple’s Purchase of Beats?
LeBron James reportedly earned $30 million from Apple's $3 billion acquisition of Beats Electronics, thanks to an early 2008 investment in Dr. Dre's company....
Steve Rifkind Regrets Not Signing Jay Z
Music industry veteran Steve Rifkind reveals on The Breakfast Club that he regrets not signing Jay-Z when he had the chance, missing out on a...
Dr. Dre Set to Sell Beats to Apple for $3.2B
Apple reportedly nears $3.2 billion deal to acquire Dr. Dre's Beats Electronics, potentially making it Apple's largest acquisition ever and propelling Dr. Dre to billionaire...
T.I. & Russell Simmons Partner with greenROKS
T.I. partners with Russell Simmons and greenROKS to create innovative youth-focused entertainment blending music, gaming, and education....
Diddy and CIROC Partner with Uber for Safe Rides
Sean Diddy Combs and CIROC team up with Uber to provide $1 million in safe ride discounts for New Year's 2014. The campaign encourages responsible...
Jay Z & Barneys: Racial Profiling Fallout
Jay Z decided to move forward with Barneys partnership despite racial profiling allegations, but the retailer cancelled his fundraiser due to unforeseen circumstances....
Jay-Z is Out as an NBA Owner
Jay-Z confirms he has relinquished his ownership stake in the Brooklyn Nets after 10 years to launch Roc Nation Sports without conflict of interest....
Nelly on Chief Keef’s Bad Deal and Master Ownership
Nelly discusses Chief Keef's problematic record deal in VladTV interview, sharing insights on artists owning their masters and knowing their worth....
Chaka Zulu Named VP Entertainment & Sports Marketing
Industry veteran Chaka Zulu, known for managing Ludacris, has been appointed VP of Entertainment and Sports Marketing at Monster Cable Inc. The former radio MD...
Sadat X Talks Wine Involvement on #SwayInTheMorning
Brand Nubian's Sadat X discusses his wine business ventures during an appearance on Sway in the Morning. The hip-hop veteran shares insights into his entrepreneurial...
Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson’s New Digital Business Deal
Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson announces new digital business venture, continuing his entrepreneurial expansion beyond music into various business sectors....
Dr. Dre Sells 51 Percent of Company for $309 Million
Dr. Dre sells 51% of Beats Electronics for $309 million. The audio company, co-founded with Jimmy Iovine, produces celebrity-endorsed headphones including Justbeats and Heartbeats....
Barry Weiss’ move to Island Def Jam is Official
Barry Weiss officially becomes Chairman and CEO of Island/Def Jam and Universal Music Republic Group, replacing LA Reid who left for X Factor judging role....