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UMG and Spotify Strike a Deal: What Does it Mean for Independent Musicians?
Spotify and Universal Music Group (UMG) recently announced a new multi-year agreement that promises "better payouts for artists and...
Feb 6, 2025


Fanbase CEO Calls Out Black Media, Champions Content Creators as the New Media
Isaac Hayes III, the CEO of Fanbase, recently joined B High ATL for a candid and in-depth conversation that transcended the typical tech...
Feb 6, 2025


No Labels Necessary Offers 4 Music PR Strategies for 2025
The No Labels Necessary team released a quick video outlining four music PR strategies for 2025. These strategies include mic drop...
Jan 29, 2025


SoundCloud Exec. Drea Jackson Offers Indie Artists a Blueprint for Success
Drea Jackson, Senior Manager of Artist and Label Relations at SoundCloud, recently joined the "One More Time" podcast to discuss the...
Jan 29, 2025


Effective Immediately: DJ Hed and Gina Views Tackle Lawsuits, Grammy Predictions, and Joey Bada$$
DJ Hed and Gina Views, hosts of the popular radio show "Effective Immediately," tackled a range of hot topics in their latest episode,...
Jan 29, 2025


Chris Coke Recounts Near-Death Experiences, Nipsey Collab, and New Beginnings
Rapper Chris Coke, who recently gained attention from hip-hop heavyweights like Snoop Dogg and Rick Ross, sat down with Bootleg Kev for a...
Jan 28, 2025


Smino Opens Up About "Maybe in Nirvana" and Breakups in Candid Interview with Nyla Simone
Rapper Smino recently opened up in a candid interview with Nyla Simone on WE NEED TO TALK, discussing his new project, "Maybe in...
Jan 28, 2025


How Media Shapes Hip-Hop: A Conversation on The Bigger Picture Podcast
Right from the start, “We’re not just here to get views,” one host said early on. “This is about the bigger picture.” That line became a...
Jan 27, 2025


Snoop Dogg Talks R&B Roots, Death Row Evolution, and His Legacy on the R&B Money Podcast
Snoop Dogg, a name synonymous with hip-hop, sat down with Tank and J. Valentine on the R&B Money podcast for a candid and wide-ranging...
Jan 27, 2025


Jabari Johnson Shares His Secrets to R&B Only’s Success
Jabari Johnson, the visionary behind R&B Only , recently joined Tank and J. Valentine on the R&B Money podcast for an inspiring and...
Jan 21, 2025


West Coast Royalty: Dom Kennedy Talks Legacy and New Moves with Justin Credible
Dom Kennedy recently sat down with Justin Credible for a deep and lively conversation that showcased his unique blend of humility, West...
Jan 21, 2025


The Evolution of Timbaland: Embracing AI and Redefining Creativity in Music
Timbaland, the legendary producer who has crafted hits for decades, continues to redefine his career and the music industry by embracing...
Jan 15, 2025


How to Break an Artist in 2025: Insights from No Labels Necessary
Breaking an artist in today’s music industry isn’t just about getting streams—it’s about embedding the artist into the cultural...
Jan 15, 2025


KP’s DatPiff Story: Building the Mixtape Platform That Defined an Era
Introduction: A Mixtape Era Staple For countless fans, DatPiff wasn’t just a website; it was a gateway to a golden era of hip-hop. I...
Jan 15, 2025


Icons in Dialogue: Hip-Hop Wisdom from Raekwon and Bun B
Two titans of hip-hop, Raekwon of the legendary Wu-Tang Clan and Bun B of UGK, came together for an illuminating conversation on Hip Hop...
Jan 14, 2025


Paul Wall Reflects on Legacy, Collaboration, and the Evolution of Houston’s Sound with Nyla Symone
Paul Wall, the self-proclaimed “People’s Champ,” sat down with Nyla Symone for her show, "We Need to Talk," in a wide-ranging interview...
Jan 14, 2025


Inside Empire: A Day in the Life of a Label Content Producer
It’s not every day that we get a behind-the-scenes glimpse of what goes on at a record label—even more so when it’s one as cool and...
Jan 13, 2025


Leon Thomas Talks New Music, Industry Challenges, and Creative Growth on The Breakfast Club
Singer, songwriter, and producer Leon Thomas recently sat down with The Breakfast Club for an engaging and insightful interview that...
Jan 13, 2025


Streamed Out: The Struggles of Indie Artists on Spotify and DistroKid
The world of independent music is facing a storm of challenges, and recent revelations from Curtiss King TV have shed light on the...
Jan 13, 2025


Uncovering Hidden Royalties: Financial Tips for Independent Artists from Wendy Day’s "No Standing Zone"
In the murky waters of the music industry, financial transparency remains one of the most elusive goals for independent artists. On a...
Jan 8, 2025
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