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The First Billboard: All That Was ‘New, Bright & Interesting on the Boards’

On Nov. 1, 1894, Billboard published its first issue, one that’s vastly different from today’s magazine, as well as Billboard’s expanded platforms. The premiere issue wasn’t even focused on the music industry; Billboard’s eventual trademark concentration on music, and, of course, charts, would develop over decades. The First Issue Before it became a weekly publication, […]

From Coffee Machines to Record Players, These Editor-Approved Finds Are Under $50 at the Amazon Outlet

All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Amazon has dropped its early holiday deals, making it’s a great time to refresh your wardrobe, find seasonal home decor, pick […]

Irving Azoff and MAC React to UMG-Udio Deal: ‘Make Sure It Doesn’t Come at the Expense of the People Who Actually Create the Music’

Music Artists Coalition (MAC), a nonprofit dedicated to advocating for music creators, has responded to Universal Music Group’s new AI deal with Udio, asking questions about how artists will be compensated. “We’re cautiously optimistic but insistent on details,” said Jordan Bromley, leader at Manatt Entertainment and board member of MAC, in a press release put […]