The Punch on MSN12d
Control issues, fallout between Nigerian artists and record labels
The relationship between artists and record labels in Nigeria has often been fraught with tension and misunderstandings.
Are Record Labels Doing Enough To Support Emerging Artists? SAG-AFTRA Weighs In After Chappell Roan’s Grammy Speech
Chappell Roan called out record labels for not doing enough to support their artists, especially burgeoning ones, during her ...
Kendrick Lamar Label Bosses Sued for Alleged Sexual Misconduct
Top Dawg Entertainment (TDE) is an independent record label that has represented the likes of Pulitzer Prize winner Kendrick ...
Soul, money, and exploitation: the dark side of Motown Records
Motown Records produced a wealth of groundbreaking hit soul singles back in the 1960s, but the management style of boss Berry ...
The Express Tribune13d
Lawsuit accuses Top Dawg Entertainment of sexual harassment at Kendrick Lamar’s former label
A lawsuit accuses Top Dawg Entertainment executives of sexual harassment and assault, alleging a toxic workplace culture.
Drake Releases New Album, ‘$ome $exy $ongs 4 U,’ Pivoting From Rap Beef
The Valentine’s Day release, a collaboration with PartyNextDoor, tries on different styles (acoustic pop, traditional Mexican ...
Five easy masterpieces: An introduction to Motown Records
Looking at five of the greatest albums released by Berry Gordy's Motown Records, including seminal records by Stevie Wonder, ...
The Fader2d
We’ve lost the plot around artists and healthcare
In the wake of Chappell Roan's call-to-arms Grammys speech, stars like Charli xcx and Noah Kahn have begun donating funds to help uninsured artists. That’s great — but labels still need to step up.
The Source Magazine11d
Top Dawg Entertainment Faces Sexual Harassment Lawsuit
Top Dawg Entertainment (TDE), the influential record label behind some of hip-hop’s biggest stars like Kendrick Lamar, SZA, and Doechii, is facing serious allegations in a new lawsuit filed by two ...
Chappell Groan: The Misguided Rhetoric of an Instant Industry Insider (Guest Column)
The Grammy winner for best new artist gets respect and true appreciation for her creativity and gumption, but is far too ...
Chappell Roan used her 2025 Grammys acceptance speech to demand a livable wage for artists. Here's why it's famously difficult to make money as a musician.
In her speech accepting the award for best new artist at the 2025 Grammys, Chappell Roan called for record labels to "treat ...