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Kelly Clarkson, Katy Perry, & More Light Up the Top 10 ASCAP New Classic Holiday Songs Chart
by Josh Sharpe - December 10, 2024 Celebrating the songwriters behind the latest trending tinsel tunes and cherished seasonal standards alike, ASCAP has the Top 10 ASCAP New Classic Holiday Songs and the Top 25 ASCAP Holiday Songs for 2024. ... 
Songwriters Hall Of Fame Announces 2025 Nominees For Induction
by A.A. Cristi - November 12, 2024 The Songwriters Hall of Fame has announced its 2025 nominees for induction, celebrating composers and lyricists with significant impact. ... 
Legendary Songwriter Cindy Walker Posthumously Inducted Into The Songwriters Hall Of Fame
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 09, 2024 Legendary country songwriter Cindy Walker has been posthumously inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, recognizing her enduring legacy in music. ... 
Diane Warren to Receive Johnny Mercer Award at the 2024 Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Gala
by Michael Major - February 22, 2024 Diane Warren will be honored with the prestigious Johnny Mercer Award at the 2024 Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Gala in New York City on June 13, 2024. Other notable inductees include Hillary Lindsey, Timbaland, and R.E.M. The award reflects whose body of work upholds the gold standa... 
Video: Watch Usher's Super Bowl Halftime Show With Alicia Keys, H.E.R. & More
by Michael Major - February 12, 2024 Usher took over Super Bowl LVIII with a Vegas-inspired halftime show. The show featured special guests Alicia Keys, H.E.R., Jermaine Dupri, Will.i.am, Lil Jon and Ludacris. Watch Usher perform hit songs like “Caught Up,” “Love in this Club,” 'Burn,' and more. The video also features a nod to Usher'... 
Jermaine Dupri Joins Forces With Ashanti, Nelly, & Juicy J for New Sizzling Single 'This Lil' Game We Play'
by Michael Major - February 09, 2024 Jermaine Dupri has teamed up with Ashanti, Nelly, and Juicy J for their new single 'This Lil' Game We Play.' Hinging on a hypnotic sample of Subway & 702's classic 1994 track of the same name, “This Lil' Game We Play” unites three powerhouse voices while featuring production from Dupri. Right out th... 
Jermaine Dupri and So So Def Recordings Inks Multi-Year Deal with Create Music Group
by Michael Major - February 07, 2024 The new partnership will bring the legendary label and all its recordings, publishing, as well as its historic So So Def Recordings back catalog to Create Music Group. In addition, the new collaboration will launch new music and new artists under the direction of GRAMMY Award-winning producer, hall ... 
Photos: Go Inside the ASCAP Grammy Brunch with Lenny Kravitz, Kelsea Ballerini, and More
by Blair Ingenthron - February 03, 2024 ASCAP celebrated its 2024 ASCAP Grammy Award nominees and top songwriter and composer members on Friday afternoon at the ASCAP Grammy Brunch held in the garden of the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills. Check out photos from the event here!... 
Photos: Neil Patrick Harris Hosts Atlantis New Year's Eve Celebration With Maroon 5, Nelly & More
by Michael Major - January 02, 2024 Atlantis Paradise Island kicked off 2024 with its annual Party Like a Royal New Year’s Eve event. Hosted by actor Neil Patrick Harris, the festivities began with a DJ set from producer and artist Timbaland featuring his top hits, followed by a surprise set from Nelly including hits like “Just A Drea... 
ONE Musicfest 2023 Shatters Records and Ignites Piedmont Park in Atlanta With 100K in Attendance
by Michael Major - November 02, 2023 This year's events were made even more remarkable by the presence of sponsors who curated interactive activations for fans to enjoy. Amongst others, Procter & Gamble, Toyota, Sprite, Jack Daniels, and Red Bull provided festival-goers with unique experiences throughout the weekend.... 
Video: Watch Chingy Perform During 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards
by Michael Major - October 11, 2023 Chingy performs his hit single 'Pullin' Me Back' featuring Tyrese during the So So Def 30 Year Anniversary Tribute at the 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards. Recently, the hip hop icon celebrated the 20th anniversary of his global hits 'Right Thurr' and 'Holidae In,' and embarked on an international military t... 
Jermaine Dupri Debuts New Single 'Pick It Up' Featuring Jacquees
by Michael Major - September 22, 2023 In commemoration of Hip-Hop’s 50th anniversary, GRAMMY® Award-winning producer, songwriter, hip-hop artist, author, and DJ, Jermaine Dupri, debuts a brand new single and music video, “Pick It Up” (feat. Jacquees), available now. It arrives as the first offering from his forthcoming EP, which will be... 
Photos: Pasek & Paul Perform at The ASCAP Foundation's 12th Annual 'We Write the Songs' at the Library of Congress
by Michael Major - September 22, 2023 Broadway and screen songwriting duo Pasek & Paul shined on their “Waving Through a Window” (from Dear Evan Hansen) and “This is Me” (The Greatest Showman) as members of ASCAP, The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, celebrated their works at The ASCAP Foundation’s 12th annual “We ... 
Xscape, Jagged Edge, Anthony Hamilton, Da Brat, TLC, Dem Franchize Boyz & Youngbloodz to Perform at So So Def Festival
by Michael Major - August 23, 2023 DJ Jermaine Dupri, announced his upcoming So So Def Festival, a celebration of hip-hop and R&B music. The multi-day festival will feature performances from well-renowned artists, including Xscape, Jagged Edge, Anthony Hamilton, Da Brat, TLC, Dem Franchize Boyz, and Youngbloodz. Watch a video promo!... 
Jermaine Dupri and Curren$y to Play Concert at Webster Hall
by Michael Major - April 24, 2023 Grammy® Award-winning producer, songwriter, and rapper Jermaine Dupri, and New Orleans-based rapper and founder of Jet Life Recordings, Curren$y, recently announced they will showcase a live performance of their highly anticipated EP For Motivational Use Only at New York’s infamous Webster Hall on T... 
Jermaine Dupri and Curren$y Announce Upcoming Concert at the Eastern in Atlanta
by Michael Major - March 30, 2023 Following the release of their debut single “Essence Fest,” Grammy® Award-winning producer, songwriter, and rapper, Jermaine Dupri, and New Orleans-based rapper and founder of Jet Life Recordings, Curren$y, announced their upcoming concert at The Eastern in Atlanta, GA on April 7th in support of the... 
Jermaine Dupri Makes a Guest Appearance on MARIAH CAREY: MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL Special
by Michael Major - December 20, 2022 Grammy Award-winning songwriter, superproducer, visionary, and CEO of So So Def Jermaine Dupri makes a guest appearance on CBS’s MARIAH CAREY: MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL!, a new two-hour primetime concert special. Additional special guest appearances include Drew Barrymore, Billy Porter, Slick Rick, and... 
DVSN Drops New Album 'Working on My Karma'
by Michael Major - October 28, 2022 The album features a track with R&B icons Jagged Edge and an array of tracks produced by Super Producer Jermaine Dupri, dvsn’s own Nineteen85, Bryan-Michael Cox, Sean Garrett, and more. The duo also dropped a new video for “Don’t Take Your Love” directed by Rook. Watch the new music video now!... 
ONE MusicFest Announces Pre-Festival Events
by Michael Major - September 29, 2022 ONE Musicfest and Live Nation Urban are pleased to shared details of the ONE Musicfest Kick-Off events leading up to the 2-day festival. The events offer the opportunity to network and party with the culture's hottest tastemakers in entertainment. Check out the lineup of upcoming events now!... 
Young Devyn Releases New EP 'Baby Goat 2'
by Michael Major - September 23, 2022 emaining true to her Brooklyn and Trinidadian roots, Baby Goat 2 finds Devyn showcasing her versatility, authentic storytelling, and signature no-holds-barred flow. The project allows Devyn to bridge her different worlds as she continues to explore her artistry through Hip-Hop, R&B, and a Soca-infus... 
Chingy's Newest Single 'Can't Blame Me' Now Available to Pre-Save
by Michael Major - August 16, 2022 “Can’t Blame Me,” written by Chingy and produced by Fresco Kane (Mariah Carey, Stevie Stone), the track can now be pre-saved. 2023 marks the 20th anniversary of Chingy's smash single 'Right Thurr' and recently, the track landed in Netflix's Don't Look Up, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawren... 
Rap-Unzel Releases Debut EP, PUN INTENDED
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 30, 2021 First rising to fame as a beloved star of Lifetime TV's 'The Rap Game', Hip Hop artist Rap-Unzel is carving out her own lane in her fiercely independent debut EP 'Pun Intended'. Her dynamic new project demonstrates organic growth from the beloved artist as she embraces her unique lyrical prowess to ... 
Young Devyn Announces Debut 'Baby Goat' EP
by TV News Desk - June 08, 2021 On her signing, Young Devyn shares, “I am very excited about joining a legacy label with legendary acts like Eric B. & Rakim and I truly believe my career as a professional recording artist is going to flourish by partnering with LaTrice Burnette and the 4th & Broadway team.”... 
Colt Ford Releases New Single 'When Country Comes Back'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 07, 2021 'The sentiment in 'When Country Comes Back' so perfectly expresses how I feel - there couldn't be any sweeter words to my ears,' said Ford. 'I'm so thankful to be back out on the road with my band playing live music and seeing the fans again.'... 
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for MARIAH CAREY'S MAGICAL CHRISTMAS SPECIAL
by Sarah Leiber - November 27, 2020 Apple TV+ and Mariah Carey today released the official trailer for “Mariah Carey’s Magical Christmas Special,” giving a first look at the epic holiday extravaganza that will launch globally on Friday, December 4 exclusively on Apple TV+. ... |
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