Music Industry
The Evolution of Mariah the Scientist: From Dorm Room Sweetheart to Sold-Out Dates With Billboard & Honda Stage
This is partner content. In conversation with Billboard and Honda Stage, Mariah the Scientist reflects on the early days of her career, the moment she decided to fully commit to music, and what it’s felt like to grow from intimate performances to bigger and bigger stages. Honest and introspective, s
‘1+1’ Adds Up to No. 1: Maluma & Kany García Lead Latin Airplay, Tropical Airplay Charts
García pulls of a double win with her first chart-toppers on both rankings.
Madonna Reaches Billboard Dance Charts with "I Feel So Free"
The first taste of her forthcoming Confessions II album hits four charts, including a No. 1 debut.
Michael Stipe's Solo Debut and More on Colbert
Also discussed on Colbert: R.E.M. reunions, sea shanties, and a tree that sounds like Daft Punk
Siblings Detail Sexual Assault Lawsuit Against Michael Jackson Estate
The singer’s “second family” filed the federal lawsuit in February
Madonna Returns to Billboard’s Dance Charts With ‘I Feel So Free’
The first taste of her forthcoming Confessions II album hits four charts, including a No. 1 debut.
Olivia Rodrigo's New Single Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100
This week's Five Burning Questions looks at Olivia Rodrigo's new single, which becomes her fourth single to bow atop the Billboard Hot 100.
Jimi Hendrix Bandmates' Heirs Lose U.K. Royalties Lawsuit Against Sony Music
A London judge has ruled that bassist Noel Redding and drummer Mitch Mitchell signed away their copyrights in “clear and unequivocal” terms.
Michael Stipe Debuts New Solo Song on Colbert
Also discussed on Colbert: R.E.M. reunions, sea shanties, and a tree that sounds like Daft Punk
Siblings Detail Sexual Assault Lawsuit Against Michael Jackson Estate
The singer’s “second family” filed the federal lawsuit in February
Heirs of Jimi Hendrix’s Bandmates Lose U.K. Royalties Trial Against Sony Music
A London judge has ruled that bassist Noel Redding and drummer Mitch Mitchell signed away their copyrights in “clear and unequivocal” terms.
Five Burning Questions About Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘Drop Dead’ Debuting at No. 1
This week's Five Burning Questions looks at Olivia Rodrigo's new single, which becomes her fourth single to bow atop the Billboard Hot 100.
From the CEO’s Desk to the Concert Stage: Jorge Mejía on His New Classical Album & Balancing Life as an Artist and Executive
The president and CEO of Sony Music Publishing Latin America & U.S. Latin is also an accomplished pianist and composer.
Owen Kiernan Discusses Cutting Through Digital Noise for Artists and Labels
The next instalment of our Members Voices series is live. Owen Kiernan, Head of Digital at Cr2 Records, on how artists and labels can cut through the noise of more than 120,000 tracks added to DSPs ev
Plus Media & EMM Partner to Boost Cuba's Urban Music Scene
"Cuban artists have the ‘street cred,’ but they lack the experience," Plus Media's CEO Maykel Barzagas tells Billboard.
Michael Stipe Debuts New Solo Song on Colbert
Also discussed on Colbert: R.E.M. reunions, sea shanties, and a tree that sounds like Daft Punk
Siblings Detail Sexual Assault Allegations Against Michael Jackson Estate
The singer’s “second family” filed the federal lawsuit in February
BMG+Concord is the music industry’s biggest bet in years. What’s the plan?
Thomas Coesfeld and Bob Valentine answer MBW's questions on a mega-merger – and ambitious targets Source
Indie Label Plus Media & EMM Look to Amplify Cuba’s Booming Urban Music Scene With New Deal
"Cuban artists have the ‘street cred,’ but they lack the experience," Plus Media's CEO Maykel Barzagas tells Billboard.
Taylor Swift Voice Trademarks, T.I. Catalog Lawsuit, D4vd Murder Case & More Top Music Law News
In this week's Legal Beat newsletter, Taylor fights AI deepfakes, T.I. sues over his masters, D4vd faces ugly new accusations and much more.