Music Discovery Trends: Key Research Insights
Edison Research reveals 49% of Americans 12+ prioritize staying current with music. Spotify leads discovery platforms at 48% usage, while social media dominates for younger...
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Imani “Mango” Lewis Named Director at VRTCL
Imani 'Mango' Lewis has been promoted to Director at VRTCL, the leading influencer and viral marketing agency. She led successful campaigns for Beyonc�, Lil Durk,...
TikTok Prepares Legal Strategy for U.S. Sale or Ban
TikTok prepares legal strategy as U.S. House passes bill requiring ByteDance to sell or face ban. Company given one-year deadline to divest operations....
Lubalin’s First New Single in Two Years
Singer-producer Lubalin releases his first single in two years with 'just love,' a catchy drum and bass track. The TikTok star kicks off a six-single...
TikTok Review Rescues Failing Chicago Restaurant
A TikTok review saves a struggling Chicago restaurant from closure. See how social media transformed this local eatery's fortunes overnight....
Station Response: Frustrated Radio Listeners Hilarious Video
A viral TikTok video perfectly captures the frustration many listeners feel with repetitive radio programming and predictable station responses to complaints....
Sony Music Publishing Nashville Signs Dalton Dover
Sony Music Publishing Nashville signs rising country star Dalton Dover to global publishing deal. The Voice alum and TikTok sensation continues building his career with...
Subway Sandwich Order: Woman Claims Feces Found on Wrapper
College student Kelsey Coyne claims she found feces on her Subway sandwich wrapper, posting the disturbing discovery on TikTok. The wrapper has been sent to...
Ebro in the Morning: Stacey Dash Unaware of DMX’s Death
Ebro in the Morning discusses Stacey Dash's surprising TikTok video where she claimed to be unaware of DMX's death. The hosts debate whether her delayed...
Dustin Brown’s Weight Loss and Health Transformation
Dustin Brown lost 285 pounds after promising his dying father he'd get healthy. He shares his journey on TikTok @losetogain3 with 417k followers....
TikTok Users Slam Airbnb Slave Cabin Listing
TikTok users criticized Airbnb for allowing a controversial rental listing of an 1830s slave cabin at Belmont Plantation in Mississippi, prompting an apology from the...
Divorce Details Shared on TikTok; Woman Killed by Ex-Husband
A 29-year-old Chicago photographer was killed by her ex-husband after sharing intimate divorce details on TikTok. Sania Khan had detailed her separation online before the...
Bill Maher: Are Americans Too Dumb?
Bill Maher questioned American intelligence, arguing the country may be too stupid to continue. He cited TikTok examples of citizens lacking basic knowledge....
TikTok Transforms Music Industry as Artists Rise
TikTok revolutionizes music discovery as artists like Tai Verdes transform from unknown to chart-topping success. The platform creates engaged fans who actively participate in music...
Texas High School Cancels Classes After Costly Senior Prank
A senior prank at Frisco Memorial High School in Texas spiraled out of control, causing thousands in damages and forcing class cancellations. The incident involved...
Rickey Smiley Show Backs SZA’s TikTok Deletion
SZA deleted her TikTok account for Mental Health Awareness Month, with The Rickey Smiley Morning Show supporting her decision to prioritize mental wellness....
Viral TikTok: Woman Uses Expired Canned Cheese
TikTok user Pam Parish shocked viewers with a viral video showing her using chicken she canned in 2020, sparking debate about home food preservation safety....
JNR Choi Drops Sci-Fi Video for “TO THE MOON”
JNR Choi releases an Emil Nava-directed sci-fi music video for his viral hit 'TO THE MOON' which sparked 2 million TikTok creations and topped Spotify...
TikTok Star Ousted as Robbery Suspect by FBI Shoe ID
TikTok influencer Chozen Terrell-Hannah was arrested after FBI identified his distinctive Nike shoes from his videos, linking him to four robberies....
LIZZO, BIG SEAN, H.E.R. Celebrate Black Culture
Lizzo, Big Sean, H.E.R., and other major artists celebrated Black culture at iHeartRadio's second annual Living Black event. The special streamed on TikTok and featured...
Influencer Jayla Brenae Surprises Husband with Debt-Free Gift
Social media influencer Jayla Brenae went viral after surprising her husband by paying off his student loan debt for Christmas, sharing the emotional moment online....
Teachers Association Warns of “Slap a Teacher” TikTok Challenge
California Teachers Association issues warning about dangerous 'Slap a Teacher' TikTok challenge targeting educators. Teachers face new safety concerns amid existing workplace pressures....
Don’t Let This Flop by Cumulus & Rolling Stone
Cumulus Media and Rolling Stone launch 'Don't Let This Flop,' a weekly podcast covering TikTok's top trends, memes, and viral content with hosts Brittany Spanos...
Lil Xxel Unveils New MNU Video Starring Ex
Lil Xxel releases the music video for his new single 'MNU,' featuring his ex-girlfriend who inspired the song. The upbeat track follows his viral hit...
Joe Budden: Music Industry Shifting to Tech and Social Media
Joe Budden discusses how TikTok's new watermarked music premiere feature signals the music industry's shift toward tech partnerships, with labels and social media platforms increasingly...