• Mike WiLL Made-It Says Beyoncé's "Formation" Delayed 'Ransom 2,' Gucci Mane Will Not Host

    After finally announcing the release date for Ransom 2, Mike WiLL Made-It recently revealed that the project had been delayed for a special contribution from Gucci Mane, who was slated to host the compilation. On Sunday (Feb. 7), the Atlanta-based producer revealed that the Feds shut down the incarcerated rapper’s plans to contribute. He also said that Beyoncé's "Formation" was the real reason behind the project's delay.
  • Zayn Malik's 'Pillowtalk' Debuts at No. 1 Over Drake, G-Eazy and Rihanna

    Zayn Malik is just a few weeks in to his solo career, but his new single "Pillowtalk" has done something that One Direction never has - he has a No. 1 single. This week, Zayn's breakout R&B track has beaten new singles by Drake, Justin Bieber and Twenty One Pilots to arrive atop the American charts.
  • Steve Angello Hosting 'Wild Youth' Art, Fashion Exhibit During NYFW

    Steve Angello is looking to expand his horizons being just a musician. Like many other artists in the world of hip-hop and pop, he is getting into fashion and will show off his new work this week at a special Wild Youth exhibition during NYFW (New York Fashion Week).
  • Kanye West Hints At "New Secret Album Title" Following Beef with Wiz Khalifa Over 'WAVES'

    As January came to a close and anticipation for Kanye West’s forthcoming album grew, he revealed yet another title change for the project, which led to an online war of words between the rapper and fellow lyricist Wiz Khalifa. Now that the two have put their beef over the Max B-inspired title WAVES behind them, West recently took to social media to hint at a “new secret album title.”
  • Elton John Plans to Collaborate With Brandon Flowers on New Killers Album

    Elton John had his own struggles coming up in the music businesses but ultimately says he had it easy compared to artists today that can't get the same exposure. Now, he's trying to use his influence to elevate the musicians he loves including Grimes, James Blake, Lady Gaga and The Killers.
  • Kaytranada's Juno Award Nomination Revoked, Borgeous, Lights Replace

    Kaytranada was flying high last week when he found out his track "At All" had been nominated for a 2016 Juno Award for Dance Recording of the Year. It was a bit of a headscratcher for many who knew the song had been released in 2013, well before the qualifying period. Realizing their mistake, the Juno Awards then revoked his nomination and replaced it with Borgeous & Lights track "Zero Gravity"
  • Jazmine Sullivan Talks Adele Comparisons, Grammy Snubs in New Interview

    They are both acclaimed singer/songwriters celebrating their returns after lengthy breaks, but that’s not all Adele and Jazmine Sullivan share in common. Fans and critics have been comparing them for years, and recently the “Mascara” singer opened up on the ongoing discussion about them and their contrasting levels of recognition of ahead of this year’s Grammys.
  • Sony BMG Takes "Strategic Investment" in Andy C's RAM Records

    Sony BMG is looking to invest in dance music. The label giant has taken a strategic investment in UK drum n bass label RAM Records, founded by longtime owner Andy C. Exact terms of the deal are unknown, but Andy C will remain in charge of the label alongside business partner Scott Bourne that has helped break some of the biggest names in drum n bass including Sub Focus, Chase & Status and Wilkinson.
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