Epic Records names Breyon Prescott the new Head of Urban A&R
MUMBAI: Epic Records, the American record label division of Sony Music Entertainment has announced its new Head of Urban A&R (Artists and Repertoire). Epic Records Chairman/CEO L.A. Reid announced that Breyon Prescott will take on the role of Head of Urban A&R.
Over 3000 posts declared as essential in AIR and DD revived for filling
NEW DELHI: The Government said, on 27 February, that 3067 of the 3452 identified as essential category posts in All India Radio (AIR) and Doordarshan to be filled through direct recruitment, have already been revived.
Live Nation Entertainment revenues go up amidst increased net loss
MUMBAI: Live entertainment company- Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. has reported three per cent lower revenues in Q3 2014 compared to same quarter in 2013. However, the company reported a growth of six per cent for twelve months ended 31 December, 2014 compared to same period last year.
Spotify to introduce new lyrics update for its desktop app
MUMBAI: Spotify will soon be making karaoke an easier affair with its latest introduction. After rolling out several updates for its mobile app, the music streaming service has turned its attention to its desktop version, by introducing a 'lyrics' button to users.
A total of 179 Community Radio stations operational in the country: Rathore
NEW DELHI: Only seventy-six letters of intent have been issued out of the 689 applications from educational institutions, registered societies, trusts and NGOs etc, received since 1 January 2012 for setting up community radio stations.
Universal Music and Ten Sports join hands to celebrate cricket via Heroes (We Could Be)
MUMBAI: Music label Universal Music India has partnered with Ten Sports to unveil the desi version of DJ Alesso's track ‘Heroes (We Could Be)’ which will celebrate Cricket. The Indian version of the track is crooned by 'Baby Doll' famed singer- Kanika Kapoor.
TRAI to hold Open House Discussion on Reserve Price for Phase III auctions
NEW DELHI: An Open House meet will be organised on Reserve Price for auction of FM Radio Channels for new cities, in Delhi on 9 March. This follows a consultation paper by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on 6 February. It has already received some comments.
Anthony Zameczkowski bids goodbye to YouTube to join start-up 'Victorious'
MUMBAI: Singapore-based Anthony Zameczkowski ends his more than eight years association with YouTube, to join US based Victorious. He will be joining at the global managerial position to build the business globally. As of now, there is no word on who will replace him.
Pepe Jeans India to increase spending on music based activities for coming FY
MUMBAI: With an aim to target the youth, Pepe Jeans India had partnered with the Kala Ghoda Arts Festival. With this partnership, Kala Ghoda renamed the four-day music segment of the festival to the Pepe Jeans Music Festival.
MY FM felicitates 'Jiyo Dil Se Awards Season III' winners at Ahmedabad
MUMBAI: The 3rd edition of Jiyo Dil Se Awards presented by LIC culminated in a gala award ceremony at Ahmedabad. The awards acknowledged and honored the hardwork and commitment of the common people selflessly towards the betterment of the society.
