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Curt Chambers Pays Homage to Alan Jackson with Cover
by TV News Desk - October 16, 2019 Grammy winning, singer-songwriter Curt Chambers pays homage to one of his favorite country music superstars with a hard-hitting rendition of “Don't Rock the Jukebox.” The Philadelphia native infused his love of rock and blues into the remake of the classic 90's country anthem and deliberately droppi... (more...) 
Kevin Durant Co-Signs Radamiz's 'Nothing Changes If Nothing Changes' Album
by TV News Desk - October 07, 2019 “Bringing New York back” is a phrase to describe rappers restoring the grittiness of the '90s, steeped in lyricism and storytelling without compromising their sound for a mainstream hit. For Radamiz, a skilled battle rapper and artist from Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, he's taken those core elements of hip-ho... (more...) 
Bishop Nehru Announces New Album MY DISREGARDED THOUGHTS
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2019 “My Disregarded Thoughts” is the record that's set to complete Bishop's progression from hip-hop wunderkind to fully-fledged member of the establishment, sitting alongside the greats – Nas, Kendrick Lamar, DOOM – that have been championing his talents since he first stepped on the scene. Recorded an... (more...) 
Grammy Award Winner Curt Champbers Releases New Country Single 'Up In The Air'
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2019 Curt Chambers is a GRAMMY winning singer-songwriter and producer who has gained notoriety for his unique fusions of rock, soul, country and hip hop. Curt released his third country music single 'Up in the Air' August 23rd, 2019.... (more...) 
Taylor McFerrin's 'Love and Distance' Music Video Out Now
by TV News Desk - September 16, 2019 Los Angeles-based producer, composer, pianist, DJ, and vocalist Taylor McFerrin released the video for his song “Love and Distance,” off of his new album Love's Last Chance. Billboard praised “Love and Distance,” saying it “meets at the intersection of R&B, progressive jazz, funk and electronic musi... (more...) 
Sony/ATV Signs Rihanna to Worldwide Publishing Deal
by TV News Desk - September 16, 2019 Sony/ATV Music Publishing has signed a worldwide deal to represent the entire song catalog of global superstar Rihanna... (more...) 
Major Lazer Unveils 'Que Calor' Single and Music Video
by TV News Desk - September 11, 2019 Diplo's Major Lazer unveils “Que Calor,” featuring J Balvin and Dominican dembow pioneer El Alfa, alongside a brand new video today. Following previous collaborations with both featured artists “Que Calor” takes inspiration from each of their home countries, sampling Toto La Momposina's traditional ... (more...) 
Sony/ATV Extends Deal With Grammy-Winning Songwriter Boi-1da
by TV News Desk - September 11, 2019 Sony/ATV Music Publishing has extended its long-term global deal with the multi-platinum, Grammy-winning songwriter and producer Boi-1da.... (more...) 
Bishop Nehru to Release New Album Nov. 8
by TV News Desk - September 10, 2019 Bishop Nehru is known for bringing a fresh sound to Hip-Hop and today announces his next project. Recorded and engineered in the legendary DJ Premier's studio in Queens, NY, with production from Premier, MF DOOM and Bishop himself, My Disregarded Thoughts is the record that's set to complete Bishop'... (more...) 
Saintseneca Share Chris Farley-Inspired Track 'In A Van'
by TV News Desk - September 09, 2019 “Strange where the muse can take you. I followed obediently, but I never would have guessed I'd find inspiration in old Chris Farley skits,” explained Saintseneca lead singer and songwriter Zac Little of the band's newest track “In A Van.”... (more...) 
BMI Sets Revenue Records with $1.283 Billion
by TV News Desk - September 09, 2019 BMI (Broadcast Music, Inc.) ended its fiscal year on June 30 once again breaking revenue records with $1.283 billion, up 7% over the previous year. BMI also distributed and administered $1.196 billion to its songwriters, composers and publishers, its highest distributions ever, and a 7% or $78 mil... (more...) 
Rapsody and Vevo Share Live Performance of Serena
by TV News Desk - September 04, 2019 Vevo announces Rapsody as the next artist in their new Ctrl series with a performance of 'Serena' premiering today. ... (more...) 
EarthGang to Headline Monster Energy's Outbreak Tour
by TV News Desk - September 04, 2019 Today, the prestigious Monster Energy Outbreak Tour announces a packed slate of fall dates and reveals Dreamville hip-hop duo, EarthGang will headline their fall tour with support from Benji, Duckwrth, and Guapdad4000 on select dates. The coveted headlining position on the world's ultimate tastemake... (more...) 
Chad 'The Professor' Rico Drops Final Four Lessons with the Last Single Releases From '12 Weeks of Summer'
by TV News Desk - August 20, 2019 Rapping math professor Chad Rico is prepping for quarterly semester exams with the release of the final four singles from his '12 Weeks of Summer' hip hop music project on Gold & Gems Records. The last assignments include 'Still Wit It,' August 9; 'Success with the Shade' on August 17;'Wonder,' on... (more...) 
88rising Announces HEAD IN THE CLOUDS II
by TV News Desk - August 13, 2019 88rising are thrilled to announce Head In The Clouds II, the follow up to their first edition from last year which has garnered over 450 million streams and reached #1 on Spotify's Global and U.S. Viral Charts with single 'Midsummer Madness'. This year, 88rising have enlisted flagship member Joji to... (more...) 
The 2019 Season of Sunset Concerts at the Skirball Concludes with Josef Leimberg
by TV News Desk - August 13, 2019 The 2019 season of Sunset Concerts at the Skirball comes to a close with producer, lyricist, and trumpeter Josef Leimberg on Thursday, August 22, at 8:00 pm. Novena Carmel of KCRW kicks off the evening with a DJ set at 6:30 pm.... (more...) 
Rapsody Reveals Artwork and Tracklist for Third Album EVE
by TV News Desk - August 09, 2019 Fresh off the release of her new single “IBTIHAJ,” Grammy-nominated and Jamla Records recording artist Rapsody today revealed the cover art with the tracklist for her upcoming third full-length album EVE, due Friday, August 23, 2019, via Roc Nation (in partnership with Def Jam Recordings). The trac... (more...) 
Taylor McFerrin Releases New Single LOVE AND DISTANCE From New Album
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2019 Today, Los Angeles-based producer, composer, pianist, DJ, and vocalist Taylor McFerrin released his new single “Love and Distance.” Okayplayer praised the track, calling it “tender and warbled... [falling] square between Kool & The Gang's astral-plaining 'Summer Madness' and the half-muted heartbrea... (more...) 
KP the Great Announces Headlining Set At One Musicfest
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2019 On Sunday September 8, 2019, KP The Great graces the stage of One Musicfest as a headliner joined by his “Superfriends,” including Usher, Pharrell, and other special guests. The star-studded DJ set represents another unforgettable moment of the festival's tenth anniversary at Centennial Olympic Par... (more...) 
Hermitude Collab With BJ The Chicago Kid & Buddy On ONEFOURTHREE
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2019 Partnering with Hypebeast, Australia's Hermitude drop their brand new track “OneFourThree,” featuring vocals from superstars Buddy and BJ The Chicago Kid. The hip-hop influenced electronic innovators have worked tirelessly to carve out a special nook in the music scene. “OneFourThree” is the epitome... (more...) 
Taylor Swift, Jonas Brothers, Billie Eilish and Ariana Grande Among 2019 MTV VMA Nominees
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2019 MTV today unveiled the nominations for the 2019 a?oeVMAs,a?? which includes dozens of artists whose reach and influence have elevated the music industry and global cultural conversation. Ariana Grande and Taylor Swift lead the nominations with 10 nods each in categories including, a?oeVideo of the Y... (more...) 
REZZ Takes Fans 'Beyond The Senses' With Virtual Listening Party Premiere Of New EP
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2019 Join REZZ on 23rd July at 11pm BST/3 pm PT/6 pm ET, in VR and live on Twitch, YouTube and Facebook, for an unveiling of all 6 tracks on her new 'Beyond the Senses' EP, powered by Wave's platform.... (more...) 
Taylor McFerrin Announces New Album 'Love's Last Chance'
by TV News Desk - July 11, 2019 Today, Los Angeles-based producer, composer, pianist, DJ, and vocalist Taylor McFerrin announced his new album Love's Last Chance (out August 16th via AWAL). The first single “Now That You Need Me” launched today.... (more...) 
Strange Music Official YouTube Channel Crosses 1 Billion Views & 2 Million Subscribers
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2019 Setting the pace for the culture from outside of the system yet again, independent powerhouse Strange Music celebrates another major milestone. The label's official YouTube Channel, YouTube.comStrangeMusicInc, crosses the 1-billion views mark, tallying 1.1 billion views and counting to date. Additio... (more...) 
Newport Jazz Festival Explores Relationship Between Jazz & Hip-Hop
by BWW News Desk - July 03, 2019 There is a definite relationship between rap and jazz. Musicians improvise with notes. Rappers improvise with words. Many of the great hip-hop recordings featured samples from some of the greatest jazz albums. So it should be no surprise that there are rappers who are not only comfortable in post-bo... (more...) |
