A Cable Channel In Billboard’s Future? Plus: New Hires, Print and Web Changes

Janice Min's recent appointment as Co-President of Guggenheim Media's new Entertainment Group, overseeing Billboard and The Hollywood Reporter, has led to new appointments at both publications and some discussion about. Continue reading

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Soundcloud Biz Dev VP Dave Haynes Exits

Soundcloud VP of Business Development Dave Haynes is exiting the company after five years. His reason appears to be personal including a desire to spend more time with his young. Continue reading

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The Week’s Most Read Posts On Hypebot

Top 100 DJs Based On Social Media & DMCA Takedowns The LP Is Back [CHART] Why Music Streaming Is More Lucrative For Labels  Make More $ On YouTube Major Changes. Continue reading

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Bright Spots In 2013 U.S. Music Report Include Music Streams and Electronic Music Sales

The Nielsen & Billboard's 2013 U.S. Music Report is out and though overall music sales were down almost across the board in 2013, music streams increased by 32%. In addition,. Continue reading

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Bill Werde Exits Billboard Magazine. Is This The End Of An Era?

Bill Werde, Bilboard Magazine's Editorial Director since 2008, has abruptly exited the music trade publication. Owners Guggenheim Partners have announced that Janice Min, who transformed their Hollywood Reporter from dull. Continue reading

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How To Revitalize Your Hustle By Showing Up For Your Loved Ones

By indie rapper Kosha Dillz (@koshadillz) who appeared on Daytrotter this week. During the holidays when touring season is low, we get a chance to enjoy the cold snowy days. Continue reading

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Target Won’t Sell New Beyonce Album

Beyonce's iTunes exclusive release may be breaking all sales records, but when the release goes wide on December 20th, you won't find it at Target. Beyonce's surprise release has become the fastest. Continue reading

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How To Write A Song If You’re Aiming For The Charts

Have you ever walked into the studio with no inspiration and bashed out a song just because you know you're supposed to? Let's be real – so has everyone else.. Continue reading

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WATCH: A Mashup 2013’s Top 25 Hits

DJ Earworm has released his annual audio/video mashup of 2013's Top 25 most popular songs in the U.S., as determined by Billboard's weekly Hot 100 charts. "United State Of Pop. Continue reading

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CHANGES @ Warner Music, Big Machine, Tunetribe & More

Warner Music Group has promoted Kris Ahrend to the position of Senior Vice President, Recorded Music Rights Administration.  Sarah McGrady has joined Big Machine Label Group as Sr. Manager, Partnership Marketing. 

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Pandora Abandons Internet Radio Fairness Act, Turns To Copyright Royalty Board

Yesterday Billboard reported that Pandora is abandoning its efforts to reduce rates via the Internet Radio Fairness Act confirming earlier reports at Forbes. Pandora is now expected to focus efforts. Continue reading

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