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A Calendar of Tours & Festivals Returning in 2021 (Updating)

Last year was a disaster for the touring industry. Since March 2020, when the coronavirus pandemic shut down live shows en masse around the world, promoters and music fans alike have been largely left waiting for concerts to return. Now, with vaccinations on the rise, new tour dates are getting put on the books and live events are poised […]

Congressional Bill Renews Effort to Get Artists, Labels Paid for Radio Airplay

U.S. Representatives Ted Deutch (D-FL) and Darrell Issa (R-CA) have introduced a new bill that would require AM/FM stations to pay performance royalties to music creators and copyright holders for radio airplay in the U.S., as announced at a press conference Thursday (June 24). The American Music Fairness Act (AMFA) is just the latest attempt by members […]

Michael B. Jordan to Change Rum Name After Criticism From Nicki Minaj & More

Michael B. Jordan will change the name of his rum brand after sparking online criticism, specifically assertions of cultural appropriation, following its launch earlier this month. In an apology posted to his Instagram story, the producer and Black Panther actor responded to social media calls to change the name from J’Ouvert, which is the name […]