Recording Academy President Neil Portnow is still spinning his controversial ‘step up’ statement demeaning women in the music industry. But, why hasn’t he simply apologized? Following last Sunday’s Grammy Awards, Neil Portnow made some rat…
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Charlie Walk Hires Harvey Weinstein’s Attorney — Because That’s a Great Idea
Embattled Universal Music Group executive Charlie Walk has just hired Harvey Weinstein’s bulldog attorney. Charlie Walk is now going the legal bulldog route. But of all the bulldogs one could choose, why this one? According to details surfacing …
Charlie Walk’s Accuser Speaks Out — After Being Branded a Liar
Charlie Walk’s accuser is now battling back — and doubling down on her accusations. This is a situation that is only getting uglier by the hour. Now, Charlie Walk’s accuser has decided to respond after her credibility has been attacked. Ea…
Universal Music Suspends Charlie Walk Following Sexual Assault Allegations
Republic Group president Charlie Walk has now been placed on indefinite leave by Universal Music Group following sexual assault and abuse allegations. Universal Music Group has now placed its embattled executive, Charlie Walk, on indefinite leave. Wal…
Charlie Walk Responds: ‘There Has Never Been a Single HR Claim Against Me…’
Universal Music Group executive Charlie Walk says the sexual assault allegations are absolutely ‘untrue’ and ‘upsetting’. Meanwhile, UMG and Fox’s ‘The Four’ have launched internal investigations. Universal Mu…
17,314 People Tried to Shut Down the E! News Grammy Red Carpet Over Sexist Hiring Practices
Leading up to the Grammys, a petition circulated asking pop stars to snub E! News at the upcoming Grammys. The protest follows a wage controversy involving former host Catt Sadler. E! News will not be hearing the end of their Catt Sadler salary quagmi…
YouTube Is Forcing Promoted Artists to Sign ‘Non Disparagement Clauses’
How does YouTube intend to mend its historically rocky relationship with the music industry? Simple. Give selected artists buckets of cash and force them to sign an agreement where they promise not to criticize the platform. Are you ready to become a…
China Is Banning All Hip Hop — Unless the Lyrics Support the Communist Party
As part of a cultural crackdown on dangerous Western influences, China has taken a strong stance against hip hop and rappers in the country. Thanks to the popularity of Chinese rap singing competition The Rap of China, hip hop has blown up in the count…
Australian Senator Calls Musicians “A Bunch of Privileged Prima Donnas”
As a Spotify subscriber, does Australian Senator Cory Bernardi have the right to create a playlist that musicians despise? Last year, in a controversial move, government-funded Australian radio station Triple J announced that it would change the date o…
Layoffs Expected as Concord Completes Acquisition of Razor & Tie
Multiple Razor & Tie employees are preparing for layoffs. Concord Bicycle Music has confirmed that it has completely acquired Razor & Tie Records. The deal first started in 2015 after Concord Bicycle made a significant investment in the rock-he…