How Elton John’s Music Evolved Through The Decades
70 year-old musical legend Elton John has never stopped changing his sound since he began making music in 1969, exploring genres from blues to gospel to synth. Here we look. Continue reading
Behind Music’s Gender Divide: Is Hip Hop Keeping Female Artists Off The Charts? [Mark Mulligan]
[UPDATED] Music's gender gap – in the executive suites, the recording studios and on the charts – is unquestionable. But at least on the charts, there are contributing factors, including. Continue reading
Taylor Swift’s “Reputation” Just Topped 1 Million In Sales
Taylor Swift's new album "Reputation" topped 1 million units on Tuesday morning, less than 5 days after it's release. More retail outlets are due to report throughout the day. First day. Continue reading
Taylor Swift Announces “Reputation” Global Concert Tour
Taylor Swift's new release "Reputation" is on track for a BIG debut week, predicted to be around 1.5 million units. The hugely popular singer is also going BIG with her. Continue reading
‘Tis The Season, But Are Holiday Albums Profitable?
With November well under way, the sleigh bells are already ringing out, and holiday classics will soon dominate the airwaves, but for all the music played around the holidays, is. Continue reading
Taylor Swift First Day Sales Top 717K, Tour Announcement Planned [UPDATED]
[UPDATED] First day sales for Taylor Swift's new album "Reputation" topped 717,000, according to data gathered by BuzzAngle Music. "She's got a shot at 1.5M for the week given this," says. Continue reading
Taylor Swift Announces “Reputation” Global Concert Tour
Taylor Swift's new release "Reputation" is on track for a BIG debut week, predicted to be around 1.5 million units. The hugely popular singer is also going BIG with her. Continue reading
Backup Singer Who Sang “Yeah” In Chorus Of Hit Song Sues Sony, RCA For Royalties
A disgruntled background singer claims Sony and RCA Records owe her royalties from a 2012 song by Travis Porter featuring Tyga, that hit No. 16 on the Billboard charts. Jasmine. Continue reading
UNBUNDLED: Democratizing Music’s Future
In this final entry in the Unbundled series on music dynamics, Adam Marx explores the "new unbundled" which removes fractures the power that was once held by the major labels,. Continue reading
Ashley Gorley Named Songwriter Of The Year At ASCAP Country Music Awards 2017
Country music's best gathered at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium on Monday night for the 55th annual ASCAP Country Music Awards, with songwriter Ashley Gorley taking top honors as the ASCAP Country. Continue reading