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Sony/ATV Signs Zak Abel to Worldwide Publishing Deal
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 25, 2017


Sony/ATV Music Publishing has signed singer/songwriter and rising popstar Zak Abel to a worldwide deal. The agreement comes ahead of the release this autumn of Only When We're Naked, the debut Atlantic Records album by the British talent who initially rose to fame as the guest vocalist on Gorgon City's UK Top 20 hit “Unmissable”.

Sony/ATV & Estate of Michael Jackson Extend Mijac Administration Agreement
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 21, 2017


Sony/ATV Music Publishing and the Estate of Michael Jackson today announced a long-term extension of Sony/ATV's worldwide administration of Michael Jackson's extraordinary Mijac Music catalog.

Recording Artist Fantine to Lead ONE WAY TRIP TO MARS - A ROCK OPERA at Waterville Opera House
by BWW News Desk - Jul 19, 2017


International recording sensation Fantine will star as "Casssandra," the lead female role, in the world theatrical premiere of One Way Trip to Mars - A Rock Opera at the Waterville Opera House August 24 through 27.

Sony/ATV Signs Maluma to Worldwide Publishing Deal
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 19, 2017


Sony/ATV Music Publishing announced today that it has signed a worldwide publishing deal with songwriter and artist Maluma.

Shaina Taub, Mavi Diaz & Las Folkies, And More This Week At Joe's Pub
by BWW News Desk - Jul 18, 2017


See what's happening at Joe's Pub this week!

Wyclef Jean Launches #FelaFootwork Campaign Today
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 14, 2017


To celebrate the release of his new track “Fela Kuti, ” Wyclef Jean has launched a dance challenge with his song “Fela Kuti” today (now #FelaFriday) to run thru July 21st where he has challenged his fans and his fellow artist friends to show him their '#FelaFootwork'.

Hip-Hop Meets Classical with Black Violin at Aronoff Center
by BWW News Desk - Jul 10, 2017


Hip-hop meets classical violin when the nationally-acclaimed band, Black Violin, plays the Aronoff Center's Procter & Gamble Hall on Tuesday, October 17, 2017 at 7:30 PM. 

TV One Premieres New Season of Award-Winning Series UNSUNG, 7/9
by BWW News Desk - Jul 9, 2017


TV One's longest-running and award-winning series, UNSUNG, will launch its eleventh season on a brand new night with a dynamic new line-up of the music and stories of perseverance, determination and success told through first-hand accounts of the artists who experienced it.

Prodigy to Be Honored by Frequent Collaborator Maurice Brown at Harlem Arts Festival
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 23, 2017


Currently on The Mood Tour, Brown will return to New York for the Harlem Arts Festival on June 24th alongside Marc Cary and his Short Circuit. It is with great sadness and heavy hearts to announce that Prodigy of Mobb Deep, who was originally scheduled to perform at the festival with Brown, passed away on June 20th, 2017.

TV One Premieres New Season of Award-Winning Series UNSUNG, 7/9
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 23, 2017


TV One's longest-running and award-winning series, UNSUNG, will launch its eleventh season on a brand new night with a dynamic new line-up of the music and stories of perseverance, determination and success told through first-hand accounts of the artists who experienced it.

Oriente Lopez's New Musical OCCASION FOR SIN Begins Tonight at Planet Connections
by BWW News Desk - Jun 23, 2017


A Jewish saint battles the Spanish Inquisition over the conquest of Peru in the new musical Occasion for Sin by Grammy Award winning composer Oriente Lopez.

Wyclef Jean Announces New Album Carnival III + Releases Two New Tracks
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 22, 2017


Wyclef Jean has announced the release of his first full-length album in eight years, Carnival III: The Fall and Rise of a Refugee, out September 15 via Legacy Recordings.

Tribeca Shortlist Acquires Exclusive Subscription Video-On-Demand Rights to Documentary 24x36: A MOVIE ABOUT MOVIE POSTERS
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 22, 2017


Tribeca Shortlist, the premium subscription video on demand service created by global content leader Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A., LGF.B) and Tribeca Enterprises, announced today that it has acquired exclusive U.S. SVOD rights to Kevin Burke's documentary 24x36: A MOVIE ABOUT MOVIE POSTERS. Th

Young Thug Releases Highly Anticipated 'Beautiful Thugger Girls'
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 16, 2017


300 Entertainment recording artist Young Thug has announced details of his upcoming new project. “Beautiful Thugger Girls” is available at all digital music retailers and streaming services

Black Arts MKE Co. presents BLACK VIOLIN, 10/28
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2017


Black Violin comes to Milwaukee for one night only on Saturday, October 28, at 7:30pm at Marcus Center's Uihlein Hall.  The concert is a co-presentation by Black Arts MKE and the Marcus Center.  Tickets go on sale Friday, June 9, at Noon at the Marcus Center Box Office at 929 North Water Street, by phone at 414-273-7206, or online at MarcusCenter.org or Ticketmaster.com.  Groups of 10 or more should call Group Sales at 414-273-7121, ext. 210 or ext. 213.

Black Violin Is Coming to Milwuakee This October
by BWW News Desk - Jun 1, 2017


Black Violin is coming to the Marcus Center's Uihlein Hall for one night only on Saturday, October 28 at 7:30 pm.

Jazz trumpeter Maurice 'Mobetta' Brown Announces New Album ft. Talib Kweli
by Caryn Robbins - May 25, 2017


Contemporary Jazz trumpeter/MC/Producer Maurice 'Mobetta' Brown has been mentored by the great Wynton Marsalis. This renaissance man has played alongside legends Santigold, Wyclef Jean, Santana, John Legend, and more.

Maurice 'Mobetta' Brown Brings His Signature Jazz Sound on the Road
by Caryn Robbins - May 22, 2017


The trumpet: a famed instrument in the industry that is independently unique as it is clairvoyantly charming. Takes a certain kind person to exude the same personality that this piece of brass presents. Enter: Maurice “Mobetta” Brown.

Oriente Lopez's New Musical OCCASION FOR SIN to Play Planet Connections
by BWW News Desk - May 8, 2017


A Jewish saint battles the Spanish Inquisition over the conquest of Peru in the new musical Occasion for Sin by Grammy Award winning composer Oriente Lopez.

Connie Francis, Kelly Ripa, Ray Liotta and More to Be Inducted Into New Jersey Hall of Fame
by BWW News Desk - May 5, 2017


The New Jersey Hall of Fame will induct 15 new honorees at this year's Induction Ceremony on Sunday, May 7, 2017, at historic Convention Hall on the Asbury Park Boardwalk.

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