MUSIC INDUSTRY

Jan 01 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Lil Uzi Vert Pauses for Perfect Tracks

Lil Uzi Vert has some advice for his fans who love to share and listen to unfinished tracks. During a chat with Pitchfork, Uzi made it clear that leaked music isn't ready for ears yet. "It's like catching me without my clothes on, " he said. His point is simple: you can't judge a song until it's complete. Some fans might think leaked songs are finished, but Uzi begs ...

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Dec 20 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Kehlani Takes Risks and Stands Up: A Look into Their Journey

Kehlani, known for their versatile use of she/they pronouns, didn’t play it safe with their latest album, “Crash. ” They mixed R&B with rock, dance, rap, and country, diving into unfamiliar territory. This risk paid off big time, earning them three Grammy nominations. But this creative journey wasn’t easy. While recording, Kehlani fully embraced a rock star lifestyle...

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Dec 18 2024CELEBRITIES

Shock Claim: Daddy Yankee Accuses Wife of $100 Million Theft

Puerto Rican reggaetón star Daddy Yankee has made a serious accusation. He claims his estranged wife, Mireddys González, took a whopping $100 million from two of his corporate bank accounts. This happened right after he warned her not to make any transactions. Yankee says González and her sister, who were in charge of his record labels, spent $80 million from El Cart...

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Dec 18 2024TECHNOLOGY

U. K. Consults on AI, Music Biz Says Keep Copyright Sacrosanct

The U. K. government is chatting about how and if AI developers can use copyrighted songs to train their AI models. Right now, it's a bit of a mystery for creators and AI firms, making it tricky to know who pays whom. A new normal could let AI companies use songs without permission, but only if creators don't say no. The idea is to make things clearer for both sides ...

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Dec 17 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Why Aren't More Women at the Top of Music Companies?

Female artists are dominating the charts, but high-ranking women in music companies are stepping down. This year, top labels like Universal Music Group (UMG) and Warner Music Group (WMG) lost several female CEOs, including industry heavyweights like Michelle Jubelirer and Julie Greenwald. While the music world celebrates women artists, the business side is lagging be...

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Dec 14 2024CELEBRITIES

McGregor's Next Big Act: Music Industry Moves

Irish star Conor McGregor is no stranger to business ventures. He's dabbled in everything from whiskey to clothing lines. But what's next for 'The Notorious'? He's making waves in the music industry with his new record label, Greenback Records. This isn't just another side gig—McGregor is aiming to shake up the $28. 6 billion music industry. Greenback Records launch...

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Dec 12 2024ENTERTAINMENT

David Foster: From Music Mogul to Lifesaver

You might know David Foster for his hit records with stars like Whitney Houston and Celine Dion. But did you know he started a foundation over 30 years ago to help Canadian families with medical needs? Back in the '80s, Foster was already a big deal in the music industry, working with famous artists and scoring movies. But it was his foundation that really made him a...

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Nov 27 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Drake and Kendrick Lamar: The Song That Sparked a Legal Firestorm

In a surprising turn of events, Drake has found himself embroiled in a legal feud over a song by Kendrick Lamar. The track in question, "Not Like Us, " has Drake's team up in arms. They believe the lyrics give the wrong impression, suggesting Drake is a sex offender. Drake's team isn't just blaming Kendrick Lamar; they're pointing fingers at Universal Music Group (UM...

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Nov 25 2024ENTERTAINMENT

A New Venture for Creatives: Nicholas Parasram and Justin Kan Launch Thin Ice Entertainment

Meet Thin Ice Entertainment, a fresh take on artist management and production. Founded by Nicholas Parasram, an artist manager and investor, and Justin Kan, co-founder of Twitch, this new venture aims to bridge the gap between artists and emerging technologies. They're starting with a lineup of talented producers like Stryv, Marcus van Wattum, Zone, and RE/MIND. The ...

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Nov 22 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Brittany Aldean Calls Out Billboard for Leaving Husband Off Best Country Singers List

Brittany Aldean, wife of country star Jason Aldean, took to Instagram to express her disappointment with Billboard for excluding her husband from their list of the best country singers of all time. She believes this omission is due to Jason's conservative political views. Brittany shared her thoughts on Instagram Stories, saying, "Remember when I said it's been tough...

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