• Universal Music Posts 2015 Revenue Increase Thanks To Streaming

    The machine always seems to try and stifle it, but streaming is now becoming the main gravy train for major labels. Universal Music and its parent company Vivendi have announced their 2015 revenue and UMG posted a 2.7 percent increase at constant currency, a measure that eliminates currency fluctuations or 12.1 percent in actual terms. A large part of this growth came from streaming.

  • Oscars 2016: Lady Gaga, Sam Smith The Weeknd to Perform

    Lady Gaga, Sam Smith and The Weeknd are among this year's Best Original Song nominees at the 2016 Oscars, so it should come as no surprise that the pop trifecta will be taking the stage at this year's ceremonies. On Thursday (Jan. 28), the Academy confirmed that they will be among the performers and presenters come Feb. 28.

  • Golden Globes 2016 in Music: Sam Smith, Lady Gaga Win Big for 'Bond' Theme, 'AHS'

    The Golden Globes are on tonight (Jan 10) to award and pay tribute to excellence in both foreign and domestic television and film as decided by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. But, the night is also about the music that makes those moving pictures come to life, and there are a number of high profile songs and artists among the nominees this year.

  • Radiohead Drops Unreleased James Bond Theme Song for 'Spectre' [LISTEN]

    With the new James Bond movie, Spectre, recently released, we all know that the multi-Grammy winner, Sam Smith, got the nod to sing the theme song to the movie, however, it's been recently reported that Radiohead was originally asked recorded the theme some for the movie, but went unreleased, due to Sam Smith's role in the film, until now.

  • Sam Smith Shows Off New Tattoos on Instagram

    Sam Smith may be taking a little break from releasing new music, but that doesn't mean he doesn't have anything new to show off to his fans. On Monday (Dec. 7), the "Writing's on the Wall" singer showed off four of his new tattoos on Instagram as well as the deeper meaning behind the fresh ink.

  • Lorde & Sam Smith Join Disclosure on 'SNL' With Host Elizabeth Banks [WATCH]

    Lorde and Sam Smith joined Disclosure for the Elizabeth Banks hosted episode of 'Saturday Night Live' this past Saturday (November 14). Lorde and Smith additionally appeared on the duo's new LP 'Caracal' and were on 'Saturday Night Live' to perform songs from the album. During the episode, the performers additionally paid tribute to the victims of the terrorist attacks that had occurred in Paris the night before (November 13).

  • Sam Smith's Prince William Meeting Included Awkard 'Downton Abbey' Moment [WATCH]

    Sam Smith is just like you. Beyond the fame, the fortune, the hit singles and the Grammy awards, the "Writing's on the Wall" singer is just another big fan of Downton Abbey. Unlike you, however, Smith had the chance to meet the Royal Family, and his love of the popular monarchy drama may have cause him to have a little gaffe.
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