With states continuing to rollback and retool their COVID-19 lockdown measures, some artists are returning to the road and performing live concerts for fans once again. To help these individuals chart their tours, comply with statewide requirements, an…
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2 Chainz Sued by the Family of Pablo Escobar After Opening ‘Escobar Restaurant and Tapas’
The family of late drug lord Pablo Escobar has filed a lawsuit against rapper 2 Chainz over his Georgia eateries, Escobar Restaurant and Tapas and Escobar Restaurant and Tapas South. Besides 2 Chainz, Atlanta’s Dillard Hospitality Group and its owner, …
Universal Music Group, Warner Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment Unilaterally Support the Justice in Policing Act of 2020 — Here’s Their Statement
The ‘Big Three’ major labels were joined in their support of the Justice in Policing Act by music industry organizations A2IM, ARA, BMAC, FMC, MAC, RIAA and SONA. Mega-label groups Universal Music Group, Warner Music Group, and Sony Music G…
UMG’s Global Expansion Continues — Offices Opening In Tel Aviv, Casablanca
As part of its ongoing quest to develop a presence in quickly emerging markets, Universal Music Group (UMG) has opened new offices in Casablanca, Morocco, and Tel Aviv, Israel. Universal Music Group officials announced the expansions in a press release…
The Power of Music in Advertising: Why It Helps You Stay in Your Customer’s Minds
Wondering if you should use music in advertising? Trying to discover what the benefits of using music in your ads are? Few things can make an advertisement more effective than a well-chosen song or musical piece. Music has a powerful ability to enhance…
TSA Destroys a Priceless Instrument Belonging to African Musician Ballake Sissoko
TSA has ripped apart and destroyed a custom-made kora belonging to Ballake Sissoko, a prominent African musician from Mali. The incident was described in detail through a post on Sissoko’s personal Facebook account. Ballake’s background, professionali…
Major Radio Broadcasters Lambaste the DOJ for Siding with Irving Azoff’s GMR
In response to the Department of Justice (DOJ) filing an amicus brief in support of Irving Azoff and his long-standing legal battle with the Radio Music License Committee (RMLC), the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) has filed a motion to issu…
The Week’s Top U.S. Festivals & Tours, Presented by SeatGeek
The most popular concert tickets, tour stops, and artists around the country, based on SeatGeek data through Wednesday, January 8th. Welcome to our weekly report on the world of live music, based on exclusive data from SeatGeek, a ticketing platform th…
Madonna Cancelled Miami Concert Because of “Indescribable” Pain
Pop legend Madonna has announced on Instagram that she cancelled her Saturday night concert in Miami because she was in “indescribable” pain. The concert was to be the final date of the American portion of her Madame X tour. However, she pl…
YouTube Music Joins the Free Trial Arms Race, Offers 3 Month Free Trials Worldwide
YouTube Music has announced a new extended free trial offering for new users. The offer competes directly with Spotify and Apple Music’s recently expanded free trials. U.S. users can get an extended three-month free trial of YouTube Premium durin…