Ryan Adams Cancels UK & Ireland Tour As Fan Demand Refunds

Has the angry social media mob triumphed over Ryan Adams? Following a bombshell New York Times report, British fans immediately took to social media to express their outrage. But, not for the reason you’d initially think. Several months ago, Ryan Adams…

De La Soul Says They’re Only Getting 10% of Their Streaming Revenues

According to De La Soul, the trio will only earn 10% from fans streaming their catalog while their label, Tommy Boy Records, keeps 90%. De La Soul isn’t too happy right now. The hip-hop trio’s catalog will soon drop on all major streaming music service…

Furious UK Fans Reportedly Denied Refunds for Ryan Adams’ Upcoming Tour

British fans aren’t too happy with Ryan Adams, SJM Concerts, and Ticketmaster UK right now. As you’ve probably heard, things haven’t gone so well for Ryan Adams lately. First, a New York Times story claimed the singer maintained emotionally and sexuall…

Live Nation Swiftly Fires Abusive “Emotional Terrorist” Heather Parry

Following a two-month investigation into her alleged hostile abuse of co-workers, Live Nation has promptly fired Heather Parry. The move comes several months after Variety obtained an important recording about the former executive.  She had served as a…

Radio Stations Dropping Ryan Adams Following Abuse Allegations

Have radio stations across the US deemed Ryan Adams guilty until proven innocent? Things haven’t gone relatively well for Ryan Adams as of late. Following a devastating New York Times report, including allegations of underage sex with a 14-year-old gir…

PledgeMusic Delivers a New Non-Statement

So, when will PledgeMusic finally pay the money it owes artists?  Probably never, it seems, as it takes another step toward closing its doors for good. PledgeMusic has made the same promise to independent artists before. Last summer, the crowdfunding p…

NYPD Commander Reportedly Told Colleagues to Shoot 50 Cent ‘On Sight’

A personal grudge against 50 Cent may cause a decorated NYPD precinct commander to lose it all. Deputy Inspector Emanuel Gonzalez is now under criminal investigation.  The New York Police Department confirmed the news. Naming 50 Cent during a roll call…

UMG Pulls Ryan Adams’ Album as the FBI Launches a Criminal Investigation

Because of his alleged conduct against women and minors, Ryan Adams may have just lost everything. Several days ago, The New York Times publishing a damning investigation. For years, Ryan Adams, a 44-year-old singer/songwriter, has emotionally abused a…

Industry Responds to Ryan Adams Allegations – But What Are the Legal Ramifications Ahead?

Ryan Adams faces serious allegations of abuse, harassment, and phone sex with an underage girl. Ryan Adams isn’t at a good place right now. According to an investigation by The New York Times, the singer/songwriter has offered multiple women to ‘jumpst…

Katy Perry Pulls Ill-Advised ‘Blackface’ Shoes

Maybe Katy Perry hadn’t really thought her new shoe lines through. Last week, Gucci released a brand-new black wool balaclava jumper. The $890 sweater featured a partial face mask closely resembling blackface costumes. Unveiled during Black History Mon…