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10 actors who are truly great musicians
These days, it seems like being a great actor and musician go hand in hand. Many of our favorite movie and TV stars have roots in music and have toured and released studio albums, much to the surprise of their fans. Stars like Will Smith and Jennifer Lopez are just two names that come to …
From US$15 billion revenue to Downtown’s $200 million independent artist fund: This is MBW’s weekly roundup
Welcome to Music Business Worldwide’s weekly roundup – where we make sure you’ve caught the five biggest stories that have made headlines over the past seven days. MBW’s Roundup is supported by Centtrip, which helps over 500 of the world’s best-selling artists maximize revenue and lower touring costs. This week, MBW reported that the US …
Rahm Academy offers local artists help in understanding the music business
We’ve all seen stories of musical artists who couldn’t handle the “business” side of the music industry. And, if you’re a local music fan, you’ve probably seen upstate artists perform and wondered, “Why aren’t they bigger than they are?” Camden Johnson aims to solve both of these problems with his new nonprofit Rahm Academy. Johnson …
Music from the Intersection lineup features Erykah Badu, Gary Clark Jr., Hiatus Kaiyote, Robert Glasper | The mixer
For its second year, the Music at the Intersection festival is gaining momentum, headlined by Erykah Badu and Gary Clark Jr. Neo-soul singer Badu and rocker Clark will join more than 50 artists performing on September 10 and 11 on four outdoor stages at the Grand Center, including the Big Top circus tent. A small …
The 57th ACM Awards fuse country music traditions and digital evolution
The Academy of Country Music’s latest awards show highlighted how much fun is still possible in the fast-paced future of music streaming. LAS VEGAS — The 57th Academy of Country Music Awards ended with nods to the past, beginning Monday night with a tribute to Elvis Presley and ending shortly after a moving rendition of …
Sungura Amuli singer turns to hip-hop
BY AGATHA CHUMA SUNGURA musician Gift Amuli seems to have been charmed by the positive response to his hip-hop single and plans to have more similar tracks on his upcoming album titled Hurongerana. Amuli ventured into the unknown genre when he collaborated with hip-hop artists Leefire and Tatman for a hip-hop song titled Wegudo of …
Here are the gigs: the artists are on tour and local venues like the Fox, Mechanics Bank Arena, are booking them again
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) – The pandemic devastated the live music industry in 2020 to the tune of $30 billion worldwide, and while things got a little better in 2021, it continued to be difficult with soft ticket sales and canceled shows. In California, where the rules were particularly rigid, things were even worse. But, now, …
50 years of hip-hop, Nas delves into the stories behind the genre’s greatest moments — Spotify
Over the past five decades, hip-hop artists have leveraged the genre to change society, culture, and the music industry as we know it — and created icons in the process. Thus, to mark the turning point of half a century of the genre, The Bridge: 50 years of hip-hop, a Spotify Original podcast in partnership …
Superstar Garrix to headline Stellar Indy 500 Snake Pit lineup
deadmau5, Galantis, Steve Aoki, Yellow Claw will also perform on May 29 at IMS; Tickets on sale Superstar DJ and producer Martin Garrix will headline a stellar lineup of global electronic music artists at the Indy 500 Snake Pit presented by Coors Light on Sunday, May 29 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the world’s largest and …
Fandiem and Bandsintown Announce “F-COVID” Benefit for Sweet Relief Musicians Fund
The fundraising platform Fandiem has partnered with Groupsintown to raise funds and awareness of various non-profit partners. Their latest campaign, “F-COVID“, will benefit Sweet Relief Musicians Fund and gives fans the chance to win a variety of unique prizes from artists like Metallic, Eric Church, Nine inch nails, Jason Isbeland much more. “We are thrilled …
Super Bowl 2022 artists vow to open doors to more hip-hop – NBC Chicago
Mary J. Blige, Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg said the NFL was slow to embrace hip-hop and promised their Super Bowl halftime show would create more opportunities for the genre. “We’re going to open more doors for hip-hop artists in the future and make sure the NFL understands that this is what it should have …
El Ten Eleven returns to ACT – The Durango Herald
El Ten Eleven musician Kristian Dunn wants to shorten, but increase, his output. Or as he puts it, “make shorter statements more often.” The bassist and half of the LA-based instrumental duo have been working there with fellow drummer Tim Fogarty for 20 years; With over a dozen records under their belt, they’ve navigated the …
John Legend co-founds new NFT platform to ‘reshape the music industry’
Another day, another NFT platform launches into music. But this one, OurSong, comes with some interesting twists: for one thing, multi-platinum artist and songwriter John Legend (who recently sold his catalog of songs to BMG x KKR) is on board as co-founder and Chief Impact Officer. The other three Legend co-founders in the company are …
What can we expect from the industry this year? Festivals, music and more
What can we expect from the industry this year? As another new year begins, we welcome 2022 with new hopes and thoughts on what it can bring to us and the electronic music industry. Although the pandemic is still a part of everyday life, some parts of the world have managed to contain it and …
Robin L. Baker Prentiss | News, Sports, Jobs
Robin L. Baker Prentiss, 59, of South Williamsport, won her beautiful wings on January 20, 2022, peacefully at her home. She was the daughter of the late William D. Baker and the late Kay Lynn Baker Confair. The amazing mother of Jodi Prentiss Troutman (Ryan), Jamie Prentiss (Devon), Samantha Weaver Newman (Scott). Sister of Brigette …
Who are Sakoya Wynter’s parents as she stars in Growing Up Hip Hop?
Sakoya Wynter is best known for starring in Growing Up Hip Hop, and viewers are now wondering who her parents are. Let’s take a look at the musician’s journey and his family roots. It’s the WE TV show where budding rappers and hip hop stars hope to make it even bigger in the music industry, …
Friendable, Inc.Announces Acquisition of Artist Republik, an Iconic Music Distribution Company, Expanding its Live Streaming Offering for Fans
The acquisition will add approximately 100,000 active musical artists, various music distribution services, increased revenues as well as more than tripling the technological assets of the Company. CAMPBELL, Calif., Jan. 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – via NewMediaWire – Friendable Inc. (OTC: FDBL) (the “Company”), a mobile technology and marketing company, is pleased to announce its …
Two decades of hip-hop success with Brady Gozza the Scorpion Dragon
[ad_1] FLINT, Michigan – Inside Jack’s Record Stache in downtown Flint, the feeling is light and musical. This is where I find Brady Gozza, hip-hop artist, DJ, Gozza Strip Radio host and CEO of EarthMovers Records, browsing a selection of vinyl records by Jake the Flake, Wu-Tang Clan and others. His friendly nature and laid …
Only one EU country signs deal to save post-Brexit music tours, despite Boris Johnson vow to ‘fix’ crisis
Only one of the 27 EU countries has reached an agreement to save post-Brexit musical tours despite Boris Johnson’s wish to resolve the crisis, protests an industrial group. The prime minister took the pledge under pressure nine months ago – but only Spain has signed a deal since, leaving artists to drown in costly ‘mountains …
Year in review: the musical artists who made a comeback in 2021
2021 has been a pretty eventful year for the music industry and musicians around the world. After a catastrophic 2020, things had improved. The new normal became a way of life, there were vaccines available to effectively fight the virus (until Omicron surfaced and questioned the entire status quo) and the music circuit was gradually …
Musical artist LOURVSSA pays tribute to New Zealand roots
Music is a unique experience for everyone. The taste for music speaks of something deeper about our identity and our heights, a crucial belief in our entire existence. Lourvssa shares: “You can’t always wait for the impulse to come. So many times you’re just in the studio playing with sounds until an idea pops up. …
(BPRW) UNITEDMASTERS TEAMS UP WITH MATRIX RESURRECTIONS TO GIVE INDEPENDENT ARTISTS THE OPPORTUNITY TO WIN $ 15,000 AND HAVE THEIR MUSIC INCLUDED IN THE FILM’S PROMOTIONAL CAMPAIGN | Press Releases
(BPRW) UNITEDMASTERS TEAMS UP WITH MATRIX RESURRECTIONS TO GIVE INDEPENDENT ARTISTS THE OPPORTUNITY TO WIN $ 15,000 AND HAVE THEIR MUSIC INCLUDED IN THE FILM’S PROMOTIONAL CAMPAIGN THE ORIGINAL SONG “BACK TO LIFE” BY EMERGING HIP-HOP ARTIST QUANTRELLE WINS THE GRAND PRIZE; 5 RUNNERS UNTIL $ 1,000 (PR black wire) NEW YORK, NY – To …
Hierocoin BAR to strengthen hip-hop industry with DAO
[ad_1] Oakland, Calif., December 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – (via Blockchain Wire) Hierocoin aims to create a platform through which artists and the hip-hop community can leverage blockchain technology to secure their hard-earned returns. Why Heirocoin is betting on DAO Hierocoin represents a digital token that aims to transform the music industry. It is an …
Popular musical artists draw inspiration from famous literary works
How storytellers inspire songwriters Popular musical artists draw inspiration from famous literary works Madison Palmieri ’22 From Gatsby the magnificent to the Harry potter series, many beloved novels have inspired blockbuster movies or TV shows. Less frequently discussed, however, is the degree of inspiration that the world of literature provides to the music industry. Some …
DJ Axonn creates magic in the music industry with his music mixes
[ad_1] New Oi-Filmibeat Office | Posted: Wednesday December 8th, 2021 11:22 AM [IST] DJ Axonn, a popular name among Indian music fanatics, is rocking the electronic music scene in India. The music enthusiast is currently in fashion for his musical rhythms and tunes that keep audiences glued to the dance floor all night long. The …
Young musicians from Kolkata launch movement for independent artists during pandemic
Summary Independent Artist Association is a community that organizes concerts to generate income for independent artists The group has already organized three live concerts and plans to host one in December. Young musicians from Calcutta came together to form the Association of Independent Artists (IAA) during the pandemic to jumpstart the growth of independent artists. …
Peatix Live celebrates “Music She Makes” virtual festival with Masia
Peatix Live organizes a selection of masterclasses and virtual concerts entitled “The music she makes” by 13 established and emerging artists, featuring the likes of Dasha Logan, RRILEY, Masia One, Krysta Joy, Haneri, Marian Carmel, REIN, KYLA T, Diabetic Duo, Little Laksa, Bil Musa, and Wendy and the Wild Marigolds. The festival takes place from …
With a new genre, Dale Virgo wants to be Jamaica’s Hans Zimmer | Entertainment
[ad_1] What does it take to create a new genre or subgenre? The answer, according to producer Dale ‘Dizzle’ Virgo, whose multi-faceted career began on this tiny island, “is a change in his whole outlook.” Whether he works from the comfort of a studio or a tech-driven commercial space, his efforts are always to breathe …
Last minute Kanye West and Taylor Swift named among top Grammy nominees
The organization behind the Grammy Awards decided in a meeting on Monday – just 24 hours before this year’s nominees were announced – that the top categories should drop from eight to 10, a last-minute decision that has added stars like Kanye West, Taylor Swift, Abba and Lil Nas X to the existing list of …
War Child launches new fundraising platform for members
[ad_1] Business News Digital Labels & Publishers By Chris Cooke | Posted on Wednesday, November 3, 2021 The War Child charity has launched a new music-focused fundraising platform called The Right To Dance, which encourages people to donate £ 3 monthly in return for access to content, events, offers and products created in partnership with …
Madison House partner Jesse Aratow dead at 48
[ad_1] “How do you describe a relationship in which you spent five days a week (plus a lot of weekends) with someone for over two decades? »Said Nadia prescher, longtime business partner of Aratow and co-founder of Madison House. “We were rocks for each other. Absolute steadfast support and defense for each other. Who I …
How a Toronto music label brings South Asian culture and language to the world stage
South Asian artists using their own language and the sounds they grew up with are breaking into the entertainment industry with a new Toronto-based music label. The label, called Maajja, was launched earlier this year. It helps artists to record songs in Tamil and other regional languages with the aim of breaking the stigma of …
Feed the Soul by Supporting Local Arts Programs | Business
[ad_1] “The purpose of art is to wash away the dust of everyday life from our soulsâ€, according to Pablo Picasso. Art, in its many forms, can move and inspire us at all stages of life. It captures emotion, passion and energy; its focus can range from recreational to therapeutic, and it requires not only …
Competition watchdog to examine UK music industry over major label dominance
The competition watchdog will launch a review of the UK music market to address concerns about the power of major music labels and whether money is flowing from streaming platforms to the artist. The market research, which was prompted by a recommendation from the UK government last month, follows a parliamentary inquiry into the music …
Music industry figures call on government to support program to protect events from COVID cancellations
Australian musicians and concert promoters say they fear what the future holds if the federal government does not put in place a program to help them obtain event insurance related to the pandemic. Performers across the country hope to resume performing and touring, as the country moves closer to vaccination targets that would allow COVID …
Versatile musical artist Barista envelops all listeners with his latest musical offering ‘Dreams Remix B’
[ad_1] Make room for the multi-talented music mogul Barista because he released his last song ‘Dreams Remix B’ with a nice balance of expressions and escape. Poffer listeners a unique taste of his exquisite musical creations, Barista released his last track ‘Dreams Remix B‘. This versatile musical artist is a pioneer in the music industry …
Spotify New Music Friday playlist favors indie, women, study finds
Spotify’s New Music Friday playlist tends to benefit independent artists and female artists the most, according to a new study. Published in the International Journal of Industrial Organization, research conducted by the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota concluded that independent artists and women are the most prominent on the hugely popular …
Austin’s music scene survived the pandemic. Can he survive the growth of the city?
People lined up while waiting to enter Zilker Park for the Austin City Limits Festival on Saturday. They took selfies as soon as they entered, wherever they could find open space. Despite improved COVID protocols, it looked like ACL two years ago. This past weekend marked the return of Austin’s first major in-person music festival …
How Utah Concert Halls Perform Live As COVID Continues
As cases of COVID-19 increase across the country, a slew of major music tours and festivals have been canceled. The cancellations echo the woes of the closure previously encountered in 2020. Here in Utah, with the Delta variant ushering in a wave of ever-increasing daily case numbers, music industry employees and fans alike face the …
Hip Hop Star Alpha23 Opens Up About Scam Side Of Music Industry On New Single “SCAMZ”
[ad_1] “SCAMZ” by Alpha23 Alpha23 outside ATLANTA, GEORGIA, USA, October 1, 2021 /EINPresswire.com/ – It’s easy to be impressed with Alpha23 and its team. Atlanta fan favorite rapper is back with another hit! Only this time the blow is aimed at his enemies. The multi-talented songwriter has spent the last + month working in beautiful, …
Interview with MDLBEAST, on the rise of electronic music in the Middle East
[ad_1] interview via Talal Albahiti Historically, when people think of electronic music, the Middle East is usually not a region that comes to mind. But MDLBEAST in Saudi Arabia is hoping to change that with its massive SOUNDSTORM festival, which has already received numerous accolades and features top-notch programming this year. We had the opportunity …
Members of Buzzcocks and Dire Straits for Louder Than Words Music and Writing Festival in Manchester
[ad_1] Manchester’s Louder Than Words Music and Writing Festival has announced its schedule for this year’s event. From November 12 to 14, the festival will present a program of conferences, panels, Questions and answers sessions and performances at the Innside Hotel in Manchester on topics spanning the entire music industry, such as British electronic music …
WIN a pair of tickets to see soul singer Tanika Charles in Sidney next month (CONTEST)
[ad_1] (Tanika Charles) If you missed live music as much as we did, we’ve got a gift for you! The Mary Winspear Center brought him back for their Seaside Sessions concert series featuring exclusive performances from a handful of talented artists, and you’re invited. Are you ready to get back into the mix? Mary Winspear …
Pepsi’s Full of Detroit Soul Contest Gives Up Chance for Upcoming Artists to Benefit from Music Mentorship
[ad_1] Pepsi’s Full of Detroit Souls spotlights emerging artists in online competition Nine Detroiters are part of Pepsi’s new project in Detroit called Full of Detroit Soul, which offers them an opportunity to participate in a music mentoring program. DETROIT (FOX 2) – Nine Detroiters are part of Pepsi’s new project in Detroit called Full …
Who is Love and Hip Hop Atlanta Newbie Var Mar?
[ad_1] Love and Hip Hop Atlanta highlights players in the music industry, such as Rasheeda and Kirk. But who is Deputy Var Mar? He appears in the reality TV series on September 27, as the assistant manager of the couple’s restaurant Frost Bistro and Bar. Var Mar has taken over the management role of the …
Laura Nyro: American Dreamer album review
[ad_1] Laura Nyro’s debut album was called More than a new discovery, and the message implicit in that title was indicative of how people spoke of the Bronx songwriter early in his career. The marketing was hyperbolic. The expectations were unreasonable. And, more often than not, Nyro has lived up to it all. At just …
Dino James’ latest hip hop track takes the internet by storm
[ad_1] Rapper, singer and songwriter Dino James’ latest hip hop track “Sound De” has taken the internet by storm. Fans say they listen to the song on repeat. It’s no surprise that the track crossed 3.7 million views on YouTube within a fortnight of its release. In a candid interview with Metrolife, Dino talks about …
The Smithsonian Anthology of Hip-Hop and Rap
[ad_1] NEW | CHARACTERISTICS | OVERVIEW | EVENTS originally published: 08/21/2021 The Smithsonian Anthology of Hip-Hop and Rap released on August 20, 2021. A partnership between the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) and Smithsonian Folkways Recordings, the box set and book (300 pages, 11 expert essays, 129 tracks) is the …
The most watched music videos by female artists who changed the world of music for good
Music is one of the few industries where women have the same number of opportunities as men today. It wasn’t always like that; they fought for their place in the music world and succeeded. This is not only important for the music industry, but also for all of human civilization. Female artists have contributed and …
Label coordinator – pedestrian TV
[ad_1] Sweat It Out is a Sydney based label founded by the late AJAX. Central Station Records has a long history in the Australian dance music scene dating back to 1976. We are looking for a dynamic person with a passion for music to assist the team with music distribution, general office administration, marketing, public …
HANG shines a light on Scottish hip hop and grime
[ad_1] Megan merino August 4, 2021 Nova performs at SWG3 at HANG 2021 / credit: Euan Robertson Scotland’s first grime and hip hop conference successfully creates a new platform to celebrate and educate the next generation of Scottish talent On Saturday July 31st, the inaugural sold-out HANG conference, focusing exclusively on hip hop and grime …
Nottingham Music Center tries to capture “the sound of the city” with artists like Lukas Wigflex and Bru-C
[ad_1] When those behind Fisher Gate Point first obtained the keys to the building in February 2020, they could hardly imagine the disruption they would face less than a month later. 15 months later and the events and music industry was hit hard during the pandemic, but Fisher Gate Point seeking to capture “the sound …
Foundation supporting local and independent music
[ad_1] CLEVELAND – John Panza, originally from Cleveland, has malignant pleural mesothelioma, a cancer that develops in the chest cavity around the lungs. He almost died in 2012. What would you like to know Independent music refers to music produced independently of commercial record companies or their subsidiaries. Independent musicians and bands are a rapidly …
Alt-Hip-Hop star puts Vancouver on the map – flaunt magazine
[ad_1] How was the bond with Tyla Yaweh on “DENY”? How did it happen? It was good. It was fun, he’s a great guy. “DENY” is one of my favorite studio sessions I have ever had. We offered this song to several different artists. I’ve always been a fan of Tyla Yaweh, Post Malone and …
Lovingly reinventing the rich and uplifting flavors of ’80s hip-hop: talented artist Etturnul unveils memorable hip-hop single
[ad_1] Celebrating Mr. Big Stuff’s 50th anniversary with dynamic singer and songwriter Caralio Music, Eturnul is determined to bring the work of 80s Hip Hop maestro Jean Knight to life. With his breathtaking take on “The Messenger”, catalyzing a lot of love and excitement, rooted in the message of # 805 South Since 1998. Moving …
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New distribution company elevates Atlanta hip-hop
[ad_1] Musician and producer Dallas Austin, sporting the logo of his new distribution company. Courtesy of Present PR Many hip-hop producers in Atlanta call Dallas Austin “daddy.” Austin – a GRAMMY-winning producer who has worked with artists such as Madonna, Boyz II Men, and TLC – started making music in Atlanta at the age of …
Lee Burridge and Jamie Jones announce partnership with MEYA music meditation app
[ad_1] The MEYA wellness, music and meditation platform has announced that leading electronic music artists Jamie Jones and Lee Burridge are new funding partners. Jones and Burridge will contribute exclusive tracks and meditation remixes to the app as part of their Journey of the Musical Spirit series, which bridges the gap between music, meditation and …
Jaymarr – A great hip hop singer
[ad_1] Rhythm and Blues, or R&B, is a genre of music created by African Americans in the 1940s and which has been continuously refined to the present day. R&B has evolved alongside rock’n’roll, drawing inspiration from gospel, jazz, folk and traditional blues. The following decades saw R&B deviate considerably from rock music. Keyboards, synthesizers, heavy …
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Canadian startup Side Door aims to democratize the concert industry
Dan Mangan performing in an empty hall at Danforth Music Hall in Toronto on March 13, 2020. Photo by Henry Beckwith / Document In search of US $ 2 million in seed capital, the Canadian startup Side Door ended up raising US $ 3 million. Not a bad investment for a concept of 10 billion …
The Furious 5’s Scorpio and Mele Mel want a battle of Verzuz with The Sugarhill Gang
[ad_1] Swizz Beatz and Timbaland’s hit series Verzuz entertained fans with a wide range of artists battling face to face with their musical hits. The creators have done their best to ensure that fans of all ages can see their favorite artists perform. Viewers have made several requests for Swizz and Tim to enlist and …
Artist Tuu Ra presents a unique scope for musical and spiritual awakening with a new song “Extraordinary”
Uupcoming musical artist Tuu Ra recently came out with the song, ‘Extraordinary‘ which is a creative tribute to all the women of the world. The song is one of her most romantic and thematically subtle musical endeavors that captures the essence, enigma and individuality of women infusing the tensions of pop, soul and trap. . …
DRAMAFLS, a musical artist behind “Direktè”, uses emotions and aggression to fuel the energy behind his music
The American musical artist, songwriter and videographer DRAMAFLS writes his brilliant history in the world of music. He uses his emotions and aggressiveness to fuel the energy behind his musical works. Born as “Thiery Kern Sanon” on July 4, 1987 in Miami, Florida, the musical artist has worked with many mainstream artists during his career. …
Great Listens About Great Music – OZY
[ad_1] The best songs take you on a journey beyond yourself, and the best podcasts on these songs help you understand why. This week on a musical edition of Wherever you get your podcasts, we dive into hip-hop history, experience a king’s fateful haircut, experience the lost music of Tanzania, and explore the multi-faceted glory …
Hip-Hop and Pop Artist ‘Red Devil Compilation’ Debuts at 25 on the Billboard Compilation Album Chart | Music Industry News Wire
[ad_1] ORLANDO, Fla. / Music Industry Newswire / – – VIP Recordings’ “Red Devil” Compilation Debuts at # 25 on the Billboard Compilation Album Sales Chart Late May 2021, Features Some of Music’s Top Independent Hip-Hop and Pop Artists industry. Hybrid styles of powerful independent hip-hop artists and notorious pop / R & B artists …
Sony YEAH! Brings together leading musicians to exercise the power of music for children
New Oi-Filmibeat Office | Posted: Sunday June 20, 2021 05:49 PM [IST] The power of music can play a pivotal role in the lives of children by instilling hope and inspiring them with a positive attitude. With this goal in mind, Sony YAY! – the popular children’s entertainment channel continues its tradition of bringing children …
12th Planet Announces New EP ‘Supernova’, Coinciding Tour, ‘I’m Absolutely Ready To Hit The Road’: Dancing Astronaut
[ad_1] by: David Klemow June 18, 2021 For many of us, lockdowns from the pandemic meant being forced to shelter in place and work from home. For many others, it meant working on the front lines even in unprecedented uncertainties. For touring musicians, however, the pandemic meant not being able to work—at all. Although now, …