National Museum of African American Music Announces the
The National Museum of African American Music announces its first Music Industry Relations Committee, led by celebrity strategist Dyana Williams and entertainment attorney Leron Rogers....
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African American Music Museum Names All-Star Panel
The National Museum of African American Music appoints its first Music Industry Relations Committee with 18 industry professionals to support the museum's 2020 Nashville opening....
HIFI Launches Music Rights Membership Applications
HIFI opens membership applications for the music industry's first financial rights organization. The collective offers artists innovative tools like a royalties dashboard and guaranteed salary...
ASCAP Launches HBCU Paid Internship Program
ASCAP launches paid summer internship program for HBCU students at Howard, Clark Atlanta, Morehouse, and Bennett College. The program offers real-world music industry experience across...
ASCAP: How Do Songwriters Make Money? (video)
ASCAP's virtual experience breaks down how songwriters earn money through composition vs master rights. Music industry experts explain royalty structures....
Kevin Leong Named Head of Creative at 300 Entertainment
300 Entertainment appoints Kevin Leong as Head of Creative Department to oversee artist merchandise, album art, and brand initiatives under CEO Kevin Liles....
Republic Records Drops Urban Terminology: A Step Backward?
Republic Records eliminates 'urban' terminology from music divisions, sparking debate about Black music industry representation and cultural identity....
Music Industry’s Diversity Challenge for Black Lives
Music industry veteran Ron Sweeney calls for major record labels to address systemic diversity issues beyond donations to Black Lives Matter....
NO! Kanye Outselling 50?
Discussion around Kanye West potentially outselling 50 Cent sparks debate about music industry competition and broader social issues in hip-hop culture....
Companies Ignoring Black Out Tuesday Need Attention
Atlantic Records and Platoon executives launched Black Out Tuesday to support the Black community. Industry companies profiting from Black contributions face scrutiny for their participation...
Radio Facts Joins Music Industry for Black Out Tuesday
Radio Facts joins music industry and multiple record labels in supporting Black Out Tuesday. The music industry comes together in solidarity....
Musicians Find Inspiration in Role Models to Elevate Careers
Musicians can elevate their careers by joining bands, mastering their genre, and developing strong performance skills. Tips include professional recording, utilizing streaming platforms, and strategic...
10 Underrated Black Singers Who Deserved Stardom
Discover 10 talented Black singers who deserved bigger careers, including Wendy Moten, Mica Paris, and Karyn White. Bad timing and label politics often derailed their...
Radio Facts Top 10 Best Cities for Musicians to Live
Discover the top 10 cities offering thriving music scenes and affordable living for aspiring musicians. From Atlanta's hip-hop culture to Seattle's historic venues....
Music Advocates Denounce Big Radio Bailout in HEROES Act
Music industry organizations denounce HEROES Act language that would benefit major radio conglomerates like iHeartMedia over small community stations....
Don Diva Magazine President Shot Dead in Miami
Don Diva Magazine President Samuel Ferguson was fatally shot in Miami. The tragic incident has shocked the hip-hop and urban media community....
Radio Facts: Remembering Little Richard and Andre Harrell
The music industry lost two icons this weekend: Little Richard, the Architect of Rock and Roll, and Andre Harrell, visionary founder of Uptown Records....
Tribute to Little Richard and Andre Harrell
Berry Gordy pays tribute to Little Richard and Andre Harrell following their deaths. The Motown founder honors Richard's rock influence and Harrell's contributions....
REVOLT Statement on Andre Harrell
REVOLT TV confirms the passing of Andre Harrell, their Vice-Chairman and Hip-Hop industry legend. The media company mourns the loss of the influential music executive....
ThinkIndie Shirts Support Local Record Stores
ThinkIndie launches new t-shirt campaign with 100% of net proceeds supporting independent record stores affected by pandemic closures....
Music Publishing: Key Resources for Artists
New artists need to understand music publishing as the industry generated $20 billion in 2017. Essential resources include BMI, ASCAP, and Stem for education....
BMG Expands myBMG App for Artist-Songwriter Connections
BMG expands its myBMG app to allow artists industry-wide to connect with top songwriters including Jessie Reyez and Victoria Monet through an innovative digital platform....
AMP Music Summit Launches Virtual Event
AMP Music Summit launches inaugural virtual conference addressing COVID-19's impact on music industry. Features digital fireside chats with industry leaders and experts on May 6,...
10 Hot Positions for 2009
Exploring the top music positions of 2009, featuring discussions about legendary artists like Nat King Cole, Clyde McPhatter, and King Solomon Burke....
Joey Robinson Jr. dies at Sugar Hill Records
Joey Robinson Jr., son of hip-hop pioneer Sylvia Robinson and key figure at Sugar Hill Records, has died. He was involved in discovering the Sugar...
