Meet & Greet With Melanie Fiona, Grammy U
Grammy U presents an exclusive meet and greet with R&B artist Melanie Fiona at the Recording Academy NY Chapter. The event showcases emerging talent....
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Jay Z Skips We Are the World Song
Jay-Z explains his decision not to participate in the We Are the World remake, calling the decision to remake the classic song disrespectful to the...
LA Reid Under Pressure for Hits at Universal Music
LA Reid faces increased pressure under new Universal Music CEO Lucian Grainge following disappointing sales from Rihanna and Mariah Carey albums....
Jill Scott Sued by Record Label for Breach
Jill Scott faces a breach of contract lawsuit from Hidden Beach Records, which claims she violated a six-album deal by leaving after three albums....
Artists: Hit Records or Just Playing the Game
Music industry discussion explores whether artists focus on creating genuine hits versus playing industry games, with radio programmer insights on record quality....
Record Labels Lay Off Employees This Week
Def Jam, Interscope and Universal Music laid off multiple employees this week, with more layoffs rumored. The cuts reflect ongoing challenges in the music industry's...
BRILLIANT: Former Execs Form Entertainment 3Sixty
Former industry veterans launch Entertainment 3Sixty, connecting brands to consumers through innovative music partnerships. Star-studded client roster includes Atlantic Records, John Mayer, and George Strait....
OH NO: Mariah Carey Drunk while Accepting Award (vid)
Mariah Carey appears intoxicated while accepting an award in viral video footage. The awkward moment has fans questioning whether she should have stayed backstage....
SPARE BED RUMOR: Changes at the Record Labels?
Industry insiders predict major shakeups across multiple record labels in Q1 2010, with execs describing potential changes as anywhere from minor to a bloodbath....
POLL: What Should I do with Radio Facts in 2010?
Radio Facts opens up for reader feedback with a 2010 poll asking for suggestions on the future direction of the popular urban music and entertainment...
Music Industry Secrets in 30 Days for $10
Get insider music industry knowledge for just $10 with 30 days of daily tips from Radio Facts. Learn record deals, promotion, and business secrets....
Music and Radio Industry Truth
Radio Facts offers insider music industry knowledge for just $10. Get 30 days of daily tips covering record deals, radio promotion, and industry politics from...
Simon Cowell Claims Talent Shows Revived the Music Industry
Simon Cowell claims his talent shows X Factor and Britain's Got Talent revived the declining music industry by boosting TV ratings and driving people back...
Pandora Online Radio Service Surpasses 40 Million Users
Pandora Media doubled its user base in 2023, reaching 40 million registered users with 15 million monthly visitors. The personalized radio service now competes directly...
T Boz: TLC Held Arista and Clive Davis Hostage
T-Boz reveals shocking details about TLC allegedly holding Arista Records and Clive Davis hostage with guns over money disputes....
OH NO: Chuck D Called me an Urban Radio Idiot
Public Enemy's Chuck D responds to RadioFacts publisher by calling him an 'urban radio idiot' in an industry debate about hip hop and radio....
Industry Great Hank Spann Has Died
Industry veteran Hank Spann, a legendary radio DJ who worked at WUFO and WWRL, has passed away after a long illness. Spann was a pioneering...
Slim Thug on Video Ho Deficit from Industry Recession
Rapper Slim Thug discusses how the industry recession has impacted video shoots, noting changes in video model availability and behind-the-scenes dynamics....
Larry Jackson Promoted to President A&R, Arista Records
Larry Jackson promoted to President A&R at Arista Records/EVP A&R at RCA Music Group. Previously worked with Whitney Houston, Jennifer Hudson, and Monica....
Industry Celebrities Reading Radio Facts With Pics
Major radio industry executives and music professionals recently visited RadioFacts, including program directors from WGCI Chicago, WJLB Detroit, and WVEE Atlanta....
Poll: Is the Industry Discriminating Against Young Talent?
New poll examines whether the music industry discriminates against young and emerging talent. Survey explores barriers facing new artists in today's competitive music landscape....
Diddy Talks about Negative Bad Boy Reputation (vid)
Sean 'Diddy' Combs addresses the negative reputation surrounding Bad Boy Records in a candid video interview, discussing controversies and perceptions....
Research Company Says Ringtone Business Declining
IBISWorld reports the music ringtone market is in decline, with revenue dropping 15% from its 2007 peak of $880M to $750M in 2009. Full song...
An All- Star Tribute to Maze featuring Frankie Beverly
MARY J. BLIGE, JOE, MUSIQ SOULCHILD AND WHO’S WHO OF URBAN CONTEMPORARY MUSIC COME TOGETHER FOR Silky Soul Music”�. An All- Star Tribute to Maze...
Nate Quick’s Untimely Death Shows Listener’s Interest in DJs
For many years, urban radio has tried desperately to claim the music as the star of the station… I think this came about via constipated...
