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Saigon & Fredro Release New Video 'Lyrical Genius' Ft Grandmaster Caz Photo Saigon & Fredro Release New Video 'Lyrical Genius' Ft Grandmaster Caz
by Michael Major - December 08, 2023

Saigon & Fredro release new video 'Lyrical Genius' featuring Grandmaster Caz and set their upcoming album 'The Jordan Era'. The album is entirely produced by Fredro and features collaborations with Pete Rock, Big Daddy Kane, Kool G Rap, Grand Puba, Sadat X, and more. Watch the 'Lyrical Genius' video...

DJ Cassidy's 'Pass The Mic Live!' Sold Out Radio City Music Hall Honors Hip Hop's 50t Photo DJ Cassidy's 'Pass The Mic Live!' Sold Out Radio City Music Hall Honors Hip Hop's 50th Birthday
by Michael Major - July 25, 2023

The epic three-hour event featured the likes of Big Daddy Kane, Doug E. Fresh, Rakim, Slick Rick, KRS-One, Grandmaster Melle Mel, Sugarhill Gang, EPMD, Nice ‘N Smooth, Roxanne Shante, Monie Love, Treach of Naughty By Nature, and dozens more, who played to a full house of enthused fans of all ages....

Rock The Bells Announces Lineup for First-Ever Timeless Hip-Hop Cruise Photo Rock The Bells Announces Lineup for First-Ever Timeless Hip-Hop Cruise
by Michael Major - January 25, 2023

The lineup includes Rick Ross, Lil Jon, Big Boi, DJ Jazzy Jeff, MC Lyte, Ghostface Killah, Trina & Trick Daddy, Just Blaze, Big Daddy Kane, Too $hort, Slick Rick, DJ Spinderella, Mannie Fresh, Pete Rock, DJ Quik, Rah Digga, EPMD, Bun B, Bahamadia, Grandmaster Caz, DJ Scratch, The Finisher Mister Cee...

Taylor Swift, Adele & More Nominated For iHeartRadio Music Awards - Full List of Nomi Photo Taylor Swift, Adele & More Nominated For iHeartRadio Music Awards - Full List of Nominations!
by Michael Major - January 11, 2023

Artists receiving multiple nominations include, AJR, Anitta, Bailey Zimmerman, Bad Bunny, Bebe Rexha, Beyoncé, BLACKPINK, Black Eyed Peas, Blxst, Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak, Silk Sonic, BTS, Calibre 50, Carrie Underwood, Lady Gaga, Lil Baby, Lil Nas X, Lizzo, Rihanna, Sam Smith, Selena Gomez, Shania...

Taylor Swift, Beyonce & More Nominated For 2022 People's Choice Awards - Full List of Photo Taylor Swift, Beyonce & More Nominated For 2022 People's Choice Awards - Full List of Nominations
by Michael Major - October 26, 2022

Actor and comedian Kenan Thompson will return to host the ceremony for the second consecutive year. Additionally, nominations for the 2022 PCAs were unveiled recognizing the biggest stars across all forms of entertainment, including Bad Bunny, Harry Styles, Taylor Swift, Beyonce, Zendaya, Selena Gom...

DJ Kenny Dope Brings Full Spectrum Radio To Apple Music Hits Photo DJ Kenny Dope Brings Full Spectrum Radio To Apple Music Hits
by Michael Major - January 07, 2022

Kenny “Dope” Gonzalez is opening the vault to his legendary record collection and taking Apple Music listeners along for the ride on his brand new radio show on Apple Music Hits, Full Spectrum Radio. As the title suggests, listeners can expect a spectrum of genres, including house, hip-hop, R&B, reg...

ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT Release “Vibe” Ahead Of Forthcoming Album, For The FKN Love Photo ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT Release “Vibe” Ahead Of Forthcoming Album, For The FKN Love
by A.A. Cristi - December 10, 2021

When it comes to boombap and classic rap, there isn't anyone who does it like the trailblazers, name-makers, and ground-shakers like Arrested Development, and their newest single, 'Vibe'....

Winners Announced for 56TH ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS Photo Winners Announced for 56TH ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS
by Sarah Jae Leiber - April 19, 2021

This year’s 56th ACM Awards featured an all-star lineup of collaborations and memorable performances featuring 25 performances, 31 artists, and 31 hit songs.  ...

ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS Air April 18th Photo ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS Air April 18th
by Sarah Jae Leiber - April 13, 2021

The unforgettable evening showcasing the biggest names and emerging talent in Country Music will take place from three iconic Country Music venues: the Grand Ole Opry House, Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium and The Bluebird Cafe, as well as performances at legendary locations across the city....

LL COOL J Announces Expansion of Rock The Bells Photo LL COOL J Announces Expansion of Rock The Bells
by Kaitlin Milligan - June 16, 2020

CEO and founder LL COOL J announces today the expansion of his Rock The Bells (RTB) brand and global community with the launch of a new multi-platform destination dedicated to celebrating, honoring, and preserving timeless and classic Hip-Hop through a modern lens. ...

Double XXposure Joins Jamma In Presenting Singer/Songwriter SAYONNE Photo Double XXposure Joins Jamma In Presenting Singer/Songwriter SAYONNE
by A.A. Cristi - March 25, 2020

Angelo A. Ellerbee, founder and president of the US-based Double XXposure Artist Development and Media Relations, is proud to announce his collaboration with the UK-headquartered firm Jamma, a phenomenal networking artist-to-artist platform....

Post Malone, Ariana Grande, & Billie Eilish Lead Nominations for the 2019 AMERICAN MU Photo Post Malone, Ariana Grande, & Billie Eilish Lead Nominations for the 2019 AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS - See Full List!
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 24, 2019

As the kick-off to this year's highly anticipated a?oe2019 American Music Awards,a?? chart-topping artist and AMA nominee Ella Mai today announced the a?oe2019 American Music Awardsa?? nominees in four categories LIVE on ABC's a?oeGood Morning America,a?? followed by additional nominees announced vi...

2 Chainz Acquires Stake in Atlanta's A3C Festival & Conference Photo 2 Chainz Acquires Stake in Atlanta's A3C Festival & Conference
by Abigail Charpentier - September 27, 2019

A3C has announced that GRAMMY® Award-winning recording artist Tauheed “2 Chainz” Epps has purchased a stake in the world-famous A3C Festival & Conference and is now part of the ownership group. The festival, which is celebrating its 15th year, has brought thousands from around the world to Atlanta e...

2019 A3C Music Festival Adds Burna Boy, Yasiin Bey, Mr. Eazi, Buddy, Tokyo Jetz and M Photo 2019 A3C Music Festival Adds Burna Boy, Yasiin Bey, Mr. Eazi, Buddy, Tokyo Jetz and More
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 12, 2019

A3C announces their 2019 artist lineup with a brand new festival experience featuring more artists and shows over a 5-day span, across Atlanta's premier venues: Center Stage, Masquerade and Tabernacle. More than 50 events will be held this year with hundreds of artists & DJs from around the world. F...

Craft Recordings Announces Five Stax Reissues Photo Craft Recordings Announces Five Stax Reissues
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 05, 2019

This fall, Craft Recordings will reissue five albums from the Stax vault on 180-gram vinyl. In stores November 1st, the titles include The Bar-Kays'Gotta Groove, Melting Pot from Booker T. & The M.G.'s, Delaney & Bonnie's Home, David Porter's Victim of the Joke?...An Opera, and Johnnie Taylor's Who'...

Joell Ortiz New Album 'Monday' Now Available Featuring Collaborations With Big K.R.I. Photo Joell Ortiz New Album 'Monday' Now Available Featuring Collaborations With Big K.R.I.T, Nottz, Apollo Brown, J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League & Heatmakerz
by Sarah Jae Leiber - August 30, 2019

Brooklyn's Joell Ortiz started on none other than Dr. Dre's Aftermath label and built a huge buzz in the industry. He's worked with legends like Just Blaze among others. He then signed to Shady Records as ¼ of the super-group Slaughterhouse. He's worked with Hip-Hop titans Eminem, Busta Rhymes, Jada...

Lil Jon & Friends, Rakim and Big Daddy Kane Announced for A3C Music Festival Photo Lil Jon & Friends, Rakim and Big Daddy Kane Announced for A3C Music Festival
by Tori Hartshorn - August 06, 2019

A3C Festival & Conference has just announced the first group of artists for their acclaimed annual music festival. Celebrating their 15th year anniversary October 8th-13th in Atlanta, GA, A3C has curated The Hip-Hop Trailblazer series which invites Lil Jon & Friends along with Rakim & Big Daddy Kane...

VIDEO: CMA FEST Airs on ABC on August 4 Photo VIDEO: CMA FEST Airs on ABC on August 4
by Kaitlin Milligan - July 25, 2019

The Country Music Association announces which of today's hottest hits will be performed during a?oeCMA Fest,a?? the Music Event of Summer, airing SUNDAY, AUG. 4 (8:00a?"11:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC. The special can also be viewed the next day on ABC.com, the ABC app and Hulu. For the 16th consecutive yea...

Drake Breaks Record For Most BILLBOARD MUSIC AWARDS Wins Of All Time - See Full Winne Photo Drake Breaks Record For Most BILLBOARD MUSIC AWARDS Wins Of All Time - See Full Winners List!
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 02, 2019

Shattering the previous record of most all-time Billboard Music Awards wins, Drake took home 12 awards tonight, including Top Artist - the most of the evening, bringing his total to 27, now the most of any artist ever! Airing this evening from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas at 8pm ET/PT on ...

Jake Najor and The Moment's New LP Out 3/29 Photo Jake Najor and The Moment's New LP Out 3/29
by Tori Hartshorn - March 22, 2019

Over the past twenty years, when musicians and producers in Southern California have needed fresh R&B, funk, or hip hop beats, they've called on drummer Jake Najor. A former bandmember of Breakestra, Incredible Moses Leroy, and The Styletones, Najor has performed or recorded with scores of noteworth...

Jake Najor And The Moment Of Truth New Studio Album IN THE CUT Out 3/29 Photo Jake Najor And The Moment Of Truth New Studio Album IN THE CUT Out 3/29
by Tori Hartshorn - February 20, 2019

Over the past twenty years, when musicians and producers in Southern California have needed fresh R&B, funk, or hip hop beats, they've called on drummer Jake Najor. A former bandmember of Breakestra, Incredible Moses Leroy, and The Styletones, Najor has performed or recorded with scores of noteworth...

Post Malone, Drake, Ariana Grande Among Nominees for the 2019 iHEARTRADIO MUSIC AWARD Photo Post Malone, Drake, Ariana Grande Among Nominees for the 2019 iHEARTRADIO MUSIC AWARDS
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 09, 2019

iHeartMedia and Fox Broadcasting Company (FOX) announced today the nominees for the 2019 iHEARTRADIO MUSIC AWARDS airing Thursday, March 14 (8:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed) on FOX, live from Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. The event also will be broadcast on iHeartMedia radio stations natio...

Taylor Swift Breaks AMAs Record - See the Full List of Winners Here Photo Taylor Swift Breaks AMAs Record - See the Full List of Winners Here
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 10, 2018

The "2018 American Music Awards," the world's largest fan-voted awards show, was hosted by ABC's "black-ish" star, Tracee Ellis Ross, for the second year in a row! Ross wowed fans with her comedic timing, wit and numerous costume changes throughout the night, where music fans watched their favorite ...

Eli Paperboy Reed Releases New Single 'Ninety Nine Cent Dreams' with Big Daddy Kane Photo Eli Paperboy Reed Releases New Single 'Ninety Nine Cent Dreams' with Big Daddy Kane
by Sarah Jae Leiber - September 25, 2018

Eli Paperboy Reed's new single, “Ninety Nine Cent Dreams,” featuring legendary rapper Big Daddy Kane premiered over the weekend on Elton John's Apple Music Beats 1 Radio Show....

AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS Announces 2018 Nominees Photo AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS Announces 2018 Nominees
by Tori Hartshorn - September 12, 2018

As the kick-off to this year's highly anticipated “2018 American Music Awards,” chart-topping artists Kane Brown and Ella Mai, singer and American Music Award winner Normani and award winning singer/songwriter Bebe Rexha today announced the nominations LIVE from YouTube Space LA.  The event was live...












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