May 25, 2026
Dame Dash Returns to the Label Model with Dash Records
Decades after the Roc-A-Fella era, Dame Dash returns to his roots with a new creative-first label venture.
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May 25, 2026
RAYE Confronts the Cost of Maximalism
After a three-year sprint and a career-defining release, RAYE opens up about the toll of prioritizing work over everything else.
May 22, 2026
Universal Music Group and TikTok Ink New Multi-Year Licensing Deal
Following a high-profile standoff that saw millions of songs pulled from the platform, UMG and TikTok have signed a multi-year deal focused on e-commerce and AI protections.
May 9, 2026
Ludacris Joins the Black Music Walk of Fame
The Atlanta pioneer is set for induction into the Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame this June, cementing a legacy that spans from 'Word of Mouf' to global stardom.
May 6, 2026
Big Bank and Lil Capp Deconstruct the Weight of Atlanta’s Hustle
A rare moment of vulnerability on Big Facts as Big Bank and Lil Capp discuss the necessity of emotional release and the reality of mental health in the rap industry.
May 5, 2026
Suno Eyes $5 Billion Valuation in Latest Funding Push
Just six months after its last major raise, the AI music generator is reportedly seeking another $250 million to cement its dominance.
May 4, 2026
Meek Mill Challenges the Illusion of Social Media Metrics
The Philadelphia rapper argues that the music industry's obsession with digital metrics is being fueled by bots and artificial engagement.
May 4, 2026
Deezer Reports AI Content Now Accounts for 44% of Daily Uploads
New data from the French streaming service shows a massive spike in synthetic music, though listeners aren't buying into the algorithm just yet.
May 4, 2026
Spotify Introduces Verified Badges to Filter Out AI Noise
The streaming giant launches a verification system to distinguish human creators from the rising tide of algorithmic 'slop.'
Apr 23, 2026
EMPIRE and Zee Music Form Strategic Global Alliance
The independent giant partners with India's Bollywood leader to take the country's sound global.
Apr 23, 2026
Cardi B Closes Out 'Little Miss Drama' Tour with $70 Million Gross
With 453,000 tickets sold and a $70 million gross, Cardi B’s latest tour proves she remains one of the most bankable forces in live music.
Apr 20, 2026
AI-Generated Tracks Now Comprise 44% of Daily Uploads on Deezer
New data from Deezer reveals that nearly half of all daily music uploads are now fully AI-generated, signaling a massive shift in streaming volume.
Apr 19, 2026
Sam Altman’s Tools for Humanity Launches 'Concert Kit' to Battle Ticket Scalpers
Tools for Humanity is leveraging biometric verification to disrupt the scalping market, partnering with artists like Anderson .Paak to reserve ticket pools for verified humans.
Apr 17, 2026
The Calculated Ascent of Mariah the Scientist
Following the chart-topping success of 'Burning Blue,' the Atlanta singer is trading skepticism for confidence as she cements her place in the R&B vanguard.
Apr 16, 2026
A’ja Wilson Secures Historic $5 Million Supermax Deal with Las Vegas Aces
The four-time MVP becomes the highest-paid player in WNBA history as the Aces secure their dynasty’s cornerstone through a landmark three-year extension.
Apr 15, 2026
Prosecutors Use Big30’s Record Deal to Argue Against Bond
Federal prosecutors are appealing Big30’s $100,000 bond, arguing his record deal provides the financial means to flee while facing kidnapping and robbery charges.
Apr 15, 2026
LUCKI Sets May Release for 'DR*GS R BAD'
The Chicago rapper returns on May 15th with a new project that promises a return to his signature blend of transparency and atmospheric production.
Apr 15, 2026
Vince Staples Signals a Quick Return via Fan Newsletter
Less than six months after the release of 'Dark Times,' the Long Beach rapper is already teasing his next move.
Apr 14, 2026
The Price of Admission: Why Live Nation’s Grip Remains Firm
A federal lawsuit is targeting the Live Nation-Ticketmaster duopoly, but rising production costs and market dominance mean cheaper tickets aren't coming anytime soon.
Apr 14, 2026
Data and Decadence: Billboard’s Atlanta Strip Club Chart Enters March
Billboard’s latest data from Atlanta’s most influential rooms reveals that despite corporate pushback, the city’s strip club circuit remains the ultimate proving ground for hip-hop.
Apr 14, 2026
Victor Victor Worldwide Pivots to Independent Powerhouse Concord
Steven Victor takes his hit-making boutique label to Concord, signaling a new era for the home of Pop Smoke and Pusha T.
Apr 14, 2026
Mark Pitts Exits RCA to Launch Cofvnders
After three years as President of RCA, the executive who helped guide Biggie and J. Cole returns to his management roots with a new multi-media venture.
Apr 14, 2026
Usher and Chris Brown Announce 'The R&B Tour' 2026 Stadium Run
Two of the genre's most prolific hitmakers are joining forces for a 33-date North American stadium tour beginning June 2026.
Apr 14, 2026
Swiss Startup Utopia Sets Sights on AI-Driven Distribution
Former rapper Dennis Hausammann is leveraging agentic AI to automate the back-office grind for independent labels.