10 Music Industry Titans You Need to Know NOW!
Meet 10 influential music industry leaders shaping hip-hop and R&B today, from Amazon Music's Tim Hinshaw to Quality Control's Pierre Thomas....
The Hidden Costs of Discount Subscriptions
Learn about the hidden dangers and high costs associated with discounted online subscriptions. Protect yourself from scams targeting music and entertainment services....
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Explore the latest developments in online music streaming and how digital platforms are shaping the music industry today....
WGA Strike Ends After 146 Days
The Writers Guild of America strike ends after 146 days with a tentative agreement including higher wages, AI protections, and improved benefits for writers....
Radio Concept Getting Boost from Smart TVs
Smart TV music streaming surged to 49% of users in 2024, up from 27% in 2020. This trend benefits radio stations expanding to streaming platforms...
Radio’s Relevance: Innovations and Challenges Today
AI analysis reveals 82-92% of Americans still listen to radio weekly despite streaming competition. Radio remains popular due to free access and local content....
Decline of Record Stores: Digital Music Impact
Record stores face closure due to digital streaming, online retail competition, and high overhead costs. Surviving stores like Amoeba Music adapt by offering unique experiences...
Jay Z’s Business Genius Challenges Apple
Apple Music is reportedly in talks to acquire Jay Z's Tidal streaming service after Tidal gained competitive advantage through artist exclusives and industry leverage....
Byron Allen’s Allen Media Group Partners with Google
Byron Allen's Allen Media Group announces multi-year strategic partnership with Google, leveraging cloud infrastructure and AI capabilities for rapid expansion across digital properties....
Radio Facts is Done With Cable TV, Here’s Why
Radio Facts explains why cable TV is obsolete, citing excessive commercials, biased programming, and superior streaming options that offer better value....
Radio Facts: Streaming Sites’ Growing Dominance
New study of 50,000 Americans reveals 60% spend more time streaming than on pay-TV, with Gen Z leading the shift to streaming-only consumption....
Music Rights Group Sues Industry Over Antitrust
Pro Music Rights files unprecedented antitrust lawsuit against major music industry players including Apple, Amazon, and Spotify. The company alleges illegal cartel behavior and group...
Amazon Prime: Members Share Years of Benefits
After years of membership, one user cancels Amazon Prime citing higher prices and limited benefits. Review breaks down Prime's pros and cons....
Byron Allen’s Entertainment Studios Launches Free Streaming Network
Byron Allen's Entertainment Studios launches The Weather Channel en Español, the first 24/7 Spanish-language weather streaming service, targeting underserved Hispanic audiences in Q1 2020....
Amazon Music Announces Its Arrival At Android TV
Amazon Music is expanding to Android TV with pre-registration available on Google Play. The ad-free service offers unlimited skips for Prime members....
YouTube Music Launches New Student Plans
YouTube Music launches student plans at $4.99/month, competing with Spotify and Apple Music. College students get 50% off regular pricing for ad-free streaming....
The IPO of Tencent Music is Being Halved
Tencent Music's IPO may be cut in half to $2 billion from the expected $4 billion. The Chinese streaming giant has 700 million monthly users...
Apple Music Challenges Spotify in U.S. Market
Apple Music now surpasses Spotify in U.S. paid subscribers according to confidential data, while Spotify maintains its global lead with 75 million international subscribers....
Lionsgate Completes $4.4 Billion Acquisition of Starz
Lionsgate completes its $4.4 billion acquisition of Starz, creating a major entertainment powerhouse with 25 million subscribers and a 16,000-title library....
Apple Negotiates with TIDAL Over Streaming
Apple is reportedly in negotiations to acquire Jay Z's TIDAL streaming service amid fierce competition with Spotify and other platforms. The deal would help Apple...
The Beatles are Now Streaming On Napster
The Beatles' complete U.K. catalogue of 13 studio albums is now available for streaming on Napster as of December 24th. The legendary band's music becomes...
Music Labels: Americans Favor Smaller Revenue Share
Survey reveals 53% of Americans believe music labels should get smaller revenue share so artists and streaming companies can make a living. Only 9% think...
Pandora is Now Available on Apple TV
Pandora announces its official launch on Apple TV, bringing personalized music stations and discovery features to the streaming device in the US, Australia, and New...
Rhapsody Hits Record Growth: 3.5M Subscribers
Rhapsody celebrates 45% subscriber growth reaching 3.5 million users globally. The streaming service expanded with new features like Rhapsody Kids and partnerships across 34 countries....