Radio Stations Accused of Illegal Music Cartel
Global Music Rights files federal antitrust lawsuit against 10,000+ US radio stations, alleging they formed an illegal cartel to underpay songwriters....
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The Recording Academy Releases 2017 Grammy Nominees Album
The Recording Academy and Atlantic Records release the 2017 Grammy Nominees album featuring the year's biggest nominated tracks. Album proceeds benefit Grammy Museum Foundation and...
Radio Facts’ Advice for Young Black Radio People
RadioFacts offers essential career guidance for young Black radio professionals navigating the music industry. Expert advice covers passion, avoiding negativity, and strategic career planning....
Capitol Records Celebrates 75 Years in Hollywood (pics)
Capitol Records celebrated 75 years in Hollywood with a star-studded industry event. MC Hammer drew crowds of industry professionals at the legendary Capitol building celebration....
Capitol Records Becomes Hollywood Royalty
Capitol Records received a Hollywood Star of Recognition celebrating their 75th anniversary. Katy Perry, Sir Lucian Grainge, and Steve Barnett presented the honor in a...
Capitol Records to Receive Hollywood Star
Capitol Records receives a Hollywood Star of Recognition on November 15th, presented by Katy Perry and music executives. The ceremony celebrates Capitol's 75th anniversary at...
BMI isn’t Happy with DOJ Appeal
DOJ appeals federal ruling allowing BMI fractional licensing of musical works. Judge Stanton rejected DOJ's interpretation of BMI consent decree in September....
Urban Radio Pro’s Quick Tips to Using “Leverage”
Urban radio professional shares strategies for leveraging experience and skills to create new career opportunities in the changing Black radio industry....
Capitol Records Launches 75th Anniversary Celebration
Capitol Records launches year-long 75th anniversary celebration in November with vinyl reissues, documentary series, and TASCHEN book honoring eight decades of music history....
BS RADIO SIGNS MICHAEL MARTIN TO MULTI-YEAR CONTRACT RENEWAL
CBS Radio signs Michael Martin to multi-year contract renewal as SVP of Programming and Music Initiatives. Martin oversees Top 40 programming and live events....
Radio Facts attends the Living Legends Foundation Dinner
Radio Facts attended the annual Living Legends Foundation dinner in Los Angeles, celebrating music industry veterans and providing financial assistance to industry professionals in need....
Clarence Avant Gets Star on Walk of Fame
Industry legend Clarence Avant, known as the 'Godfather of Black Music,' received his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The 85-year-old icon was celebrated...
Sony and Michael Jackson Estate Close Deal
Sony Corporation completed its $750 million purchase of the remaining 50% stake in Sony/ATV Music Publishing from the Michael Jackson Estate....
Chance the Rapper: Going Independent with Power 106
Chance the Rapper discusses his independent success with Coloring Book, working with Kanye West, and why he chose not to sign a record deal in...
BMI PREVAILS OVER DOJ IN CONSENT DECREE DISPUTE
BMI wins federal court ruling against DOJ over fractional licensing rights. Judge Stanton rejected the Department of Justice's interpretation of BMI's consent decree....
KPRS-FM to Host 2016 Hot 103 Jamz Music Conference in KC
KPRS-FM hosts the 2016 Hot 103 Jamz Music Conference on October 22 in Kansas City, featuring Mathew Knowles and top music executives. The event offers...
MOTOWN GOSPEL APPOINTS MONICA COATES AND EJ GAINES
Motown Gospel appoints Monica Coates as VP of A&R and EJ Gaines as VP of Marketing. Both executives bring decades of gospel music experience to...
Radio Facts: Urban’s Power Programmers Debut
Radio Facts Magazine announces its final 2016 issue spotlighting seven power programmers in urban radio. Industry voting will determine winners....
The State of Black Music: Three Revolutions
Music industry veteran shares insights from 30+ years witnessing three major revolutions: CDs, Napster, and hip-hop culture's rise to dominance....
Pandora’s New Charts for Emerging Artists
Pandora launches three new charts powered by Next Big Sound to help emerging artists: Trendsetters, Predictions, and Top Spins, using data from 100 million listeners....
Universal Music Group Appoints SVP of Digital Strategy
Universal Music Group appointed Oana Ruxandra as Senior VP of Digital Strategy and Partnerships. She joins from Warner Music Group to lead UMG's digital transformation...
Living Legends Foundation Celebrates 25th Anniversary Gala
The Living Legends Foundation celebrates its 25th anniversary with a gala honoring seven music industry executives including Miller London, Tony Gray, and Larry Khan....
Sheila E. Reflects on Prince’s Legacy and Unreleased Music
Sheila E. opens up about Prince's legacy, hundreds of unreleased tracks they recorded together, and his accidental fentanyl overdose in a revealing Larry King interview....
The Mix Group Welcomes a Brand New “Team Member”
The Mix Group President Jason Garte and wife Natally welcomed baby Daniel Jason Garte, weighing 9 pounds, 12 oz. The healthy baby boy joins 2-year-old...
Radio Facts at Google Roundtable Discussion
Radio Facts was invited to participate in a Google roundtable discussion in Los Angeles, exchanging ideas about the future of Google and the music industry....
