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On Tuesday (September 5), the US Copyright Office issued a ruling confirming that songwriters and publishers are owed late fees when digital music providers do not pay royalties to the Mechanical Licensing Collective on time. Late fees have been hotly…

Cardi B has announced a new song with Megan Thee Stallion called “Bongos.” Their collaborative single, and first track together since 2020’s “WAP,” will arrive this Friday, September 8.

Legendary Houston rapper Big Pokey, whose real name is Milton Powell, died after suddenly collapsing on stage while performing at a bar in the city of Beaumont on Saturday night. 
“One of the most naturally talented artists in the city.…

“Get Me Right” now streaming on all platforms. Listen here on Apple Music. 

Last month, Canadian singer, songwriter and record producer Grimes launched a new AI project in beta, inviting users to create songs using her voice in exchange for a 50% share of the master recording royalties.

Called Elf.tech, Grimes’ AI project…

RIOTUSA, the hitmaking producer behind Ice Spice, has signed a publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music, Billboard can reveal. “Warner Chappell showed me respect and made me excited to build,” said RIOTUSA in a statement. Read more.

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According to the Hollywood Reporter, the National Music Publishers Association filed a federal lawsuit on the behalf of 17 music publishers, including the three majors, Warner, Universal, and Sony. Official documents accuse the company of…

TuneCore, the leading development partner for self-releasing artists—owned by Believe, one of the world’s leading digital music companies—has announced a new partnership with legendary rapper Papoose, naming him Head of Hip-Hop for the company. In his new role, Papoose will…

A video of Leonardo DiCaprio dancing at a star-studded party has gone viral on TikTok. 

The 48-year-old actor was spotted at a New Year’s Eve party in Miami, with footage circulating online of him dancing at the Gekko restaurant lounge. 

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The hook dealer has released a new favorite that the ladies and guys can vibe to. With over six billion streams under her belt from the mega-viral hit single, “Then Leave,” it’s no surprise Queendom Come has given the kids…

It has been confirmed that Rihanna will be headlining the 2023 Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show at State Farm Stadium. 

The 34-year-old billionaire, who has nine Grammy Awards to her name, shared an image to Instagram on Sunday afternoon of…

Earlier this year, Lil Jairmy signed with 300 Entertainment and just took things up a notch with the recent release of “Gas God 2.” Fresh off of touring with EST Gee on the Platinum In The Streets Tour, Jairmy has…