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Royalty Capes Releases Xmas Charity Single 'This Christmas'
by Michael Major - December 11, 2023 ROYALTY CAPES has released a Christmas charity single called 'This Christmas' with all proceeds going to MIND. A festive release laced with sleigh bells, solos, and thoughtful sentiments; all proceeds from the sales of the track will go towards the mental health charity MIND.... 
Badsista Lands on Tratratrax With 'Gueto Club' Plus Remixes From Batu and DJ Marfox
by Michael Major - August 01, 2023 This time, on remix duties, only boss affairs, we commission tools of the first order. The G of Principe, DJ Marfox delivers a version that grooves with bubbling kuduro visiting baile de favela vocals. While the G of Timedance, Batu, also deconstructs VEM PRA ZONA LESTE into a supra classy version t... 
Watch: Oakstop Alliance Shares New Lyric Video For 'Just Because' Off ROYALTY SUMMIT Album
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 01, 2023 Oakland-based nonprofit Oakstop Alliance has returned with a brand-new visual for 'Just Because' from their new album 'Royalty Summit.' ... 
Oakstop Alliance Presents 'Royalty Summit' Album
by Michael Major - December 23, 2022 Oakland, California is an undeniable breeding ground for culture and talent. The city has spawned musical greats such as Kehlani, Raphael Saadiq, Kamaiyah, Fantastic Negrito and many others. Local artists have long expressed the desire to cultivate the musical scene to provide the creative resources... 
Fuze The MC, GAM, Tone Oliver, Honest In 10land, & Michael Sneed Connect On New Single 'Programmin''
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 05, 2022 Oakland-based nonprofit Oakstop Alliance is presenting 'Programmin',' the second single from their forthcoming compilation album Royalty Summit. 'Programmin'' is a soulful laidback Rap tune produced by Michael Sneed and featuring Fuze the MC, GAM, Tone Oliver, & Honest in 10land.... 
West Coast Supergroup Mount Westmore Release 'Free Game'
by Michael Major - November 25, 2022 The West Coast's very own supergroup, Mount Westmore, drops a second single and visual for “Free Game” via the label Mount Westmore with MNRK Music Group. The uber rap group, made up of Hip Hop's West Coast royalty, Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, E-40, and Too $hort, will release their new 16-track album tit... 
Oakstop Alliance Unveils Debut Single 'Just Because' Ft. Homeboy Sandman, Honest In 10land, & Tone Oliver
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 18, 2022 Oakland, CA nonprofit Oakstop Alliance has announced the upcoming Royalty Summit album. Through Oakstop's newly formed Oakland Resident initiative, the nonprofit and acclaimed emcee Homeboy Sandman have curated a 12-track album showcasing the city's emerging artists.... 
Vixen77 Share New Single 'Royalty'
by Michael Major - October 12, 2022 The album features twelve tumultuous tracks recorded in an impressive seventy-two hours at Retro City Studios (Mannequin Pussy, Mitski, Lizzo, The Menzingers) that navigate life through love and rock ‘n’ roll, and have already earned support from KEXP, SiriusXM, WXPN and beyond. The band will play a... 
Drag Superstar Ginger Minj Releases New Rendition of 'I Put A Spell On You' From HOCUS POCUS
by Michael Major - September 30, 2022 The updated version coincides with GInger’s return to the big screen in the brand new Hocus Pocus 2 film streaming exclusively on Disney+ now. Ginger was inspired to re-record “I Put A Spell On You” after years of performing Bette Midler’s iconic version. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!... 
Billboard Latin Music Week Announces Performance by Camilo and Music Showcase by Maluma
by Michael Major - September 16, 2022 Billboard Latin Music Week superstar panelists Camilo and Maluma, will also be participating in two can’t-miss events. Following the Superstar Q&A with Camilo on Tuesday, September 27, Camilo will take the stage in the evening to headline Billboard En Vivo Presented by Burger King.... 
The String Cheese Incident Announces Return to Runaway Bay, Jamaica
by Michael Major - June 28, 2022 The String Cheese Incident will return to Runaway Bay, Jamaica for two back-to-back, all-inclusive Intimate International Incidents - joined this time by bluegrass royalty Sam Bush and his band (Jan 20-24, 2023), and world-renowned rock legends Los Lobos (Jan 24-28, 2023). Ticket packages are on sal... 
Nigerian-British Artist Shaé Universe Releases Debut EP, "Unorthodox"
by Marissa Tomeo - April 01, 2022 Nigerian-British artist Shaé Universe today shares her debut EP Unorthodox. Laid over 7 tracks, the unique R&Drill-fusion project is the first of its kind, blending 808 slides and spartan drum patterns with Shaé’s silky vocals and emotive lyricism. The project melds much-loved previous releases ‘111... 
Kanye West's Sunday Service Choir, The Sample Choir, Releases Debut Sample Pack
by Michael Major - February 25, 2022 Released today via Jammcard Samples on Splice, the expansive selection of samples is 100% royalty-free, and every loop and one-shot has been tempo-synced for ease of use. With the millions of Splice users now having free access to these samples, it is just a matter of time before you hear The Sample... 
Soundrop Partners with TIDAL to Expand Distribution
by Michael Major - February 21, 2022 Soundrop is now distributing to TIDAL, allowing them to participate in TIDAL’s fan-centered royalty model. In addition to getting Soundrop artists’ music to TIDAL, Soundrop is working closely with the artist-centered streaming service to develop new opportunities for artists. ... 
BMI Announces Two Promotions in Distribution, Publisher Relations & Administration Services
by TV News Desk - July 20, 2021 These new roles will streamline the reporting structure of the Distribution & Administration departments, which previously reported as separate entities to Alison Smith, Executive Vice President, Distribution, Publisher Relations, and Administration Services.... 
DistroKid Unveils Next Generation of Its Popular Splits Service
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 07, 2021 Beginning today, DistroKid members will also be able to specify Recoupments for each track, designating collaborators who should receive payments first—before anyone else gets paid.... 
Beatchain Announces Partnership with Royalty Collection Service Songtrust
by Sarah Jae Leiber - February 17, 2021 As of February 2021, members of Beatchain’s service will receive 20% off of the Songtrust registration fee, allowing them access to the one-stop-shop royalty aggregation tool that is used by just-breaking artists and GRAMMY-award winners alike.... 
The Mechanical Licensing Collective Begins Full Operations As Envisioned By The Music Modernization Act Of 2018
by Stephi Wild - January 02, 2021 The highly anticipated License Availability Date set by the landmark Music Modernization Act of 2018 (MMA) – when digital audio services can begin operating under a new blanket mechanical license covering every musical work available on their U.S. services – has officially arrived, ushering in a new... 
Founder Of TuneCore and Audiam Launches Performing Rights Collection Agency For Comedians
by A.A. Cristi - October 28, 2020 Word Collections is a first of its kind Performing Rights Collection Agency founded by TuneCore and Audiam founder Jeff Price along with eMusic and Royalty Share founder and copyright attorney Bob Kohn. ... 
The First Ever Count Basie Great American Swing Contest Launches Today
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 16, 2020 Primary Wave Music Publishing and the Count Basie Estate are looking to foster the next generation of musical talent and have announced their first ever Count Basie Great American Swing Contest.... 
Tasha Cobbs Leonard Drops New Single 'Royalty' Today
by Sarah Jae Leiber - September 18, 2020 Today, the 35th Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards Artist of the Year, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, releases the title track “Royalty.'...
BMI Announces Record Revenue Of $1.311 Billion
by Stephi Wild - September 09, 2020 Despite the unprecedented impact of the global COVID-19 pandemic, BMI closed its fiscal year ended June 30 with historic revenue and royalty distributions....
Tasha Cobbs Leonard's Upcoming Album 'Royalty' Live At The Ryman Available For Pre-Order Today
by A.A. Cristi - August 28, 2020 Today, in prelude to the release of her highly anticipated album Royalty: Live At The Ryman, Tasha Cobbs Leonard releases two new songs: “Pour It Out” and “Release The Sound” with performance videos, captured inside of the historic Ryman Auditorium. ... 
ASCAP Reports Record-Breaking 2019 Revenues and Distributions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 04, 2020 ASCAP, The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, reported record-breaking financial results for the fifth year in a row, with total 2019 revenue topping $1.274 billion in 2019, a $47 million increase over 2018.... 
Tasha Cobbs Leonard to Record Live at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 02, 2020 GRAMMY® Award-winning gospel singer/songwriter TASHA COBBS LEONARD has announced plans to record her next album live at Nashville's historic Ryman Auditorium. The concert event, Royalty: Live at The Ryman, is set to take place on Monday, May 4, 2020 at 7:30pm, the powerhouse vocalist shared on socia... |
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