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Music trends are often not as dramatic as we make them out to be. For example, the resurgence in vinyl still only accounts for 2 percent of all album sales...not exactly as earthshaking as coverage might suggest. Up until this point, streaming has somewhat been in the same boat, but a new report from the Recording Industry Association of America shows that during 2014, for the first time ever, revenues brought in from streaming accounted for more than the sales of CDs. Streaming services brought in $1.87 billion during 2014, compared to $1.85 billion for compact discs. -
A$AP Rocky's New Album To Feature FKA Twigs, Lykke Li, Juicy J & More
A$AP Rocky has revealed in a new interview with Billboard that upcoming album will feature Lykke Li, FKA Twigs, Juicy J (who appears on "Multiply") and Clams Casino. There are potentially other artists on the project, however, at this point he could only speak to those four. The as-yet-untitled album will follow up 2013's breakout Long.Live.A$AP, which was executive produced by Danger Mouse and the late A$AP Yams, whose death was ruled an accidental drug overdose this week. -
Sam Cooke's Family Denies Support for Proposed 'Murder-Mystery' Biopic on Iconic Soul Singer
Music Times reported earlier this week that an authorized biopic of R&B icon Sam Cooke, focusing on his murder at the age of 33, would be entering production soon. Turns out that project might not be as "authorized" as initial reports suggested. The Cooke family told Rolling Stone that they had no involvement in that film, and that in fact they had been working with ABKCO Films to create their own biopic. -
A$AP Yams Cause Of Death Ruled Accidental Drug Overdose
Steven "A$AP Yams" Rodriguez, mastermind behind New York's A$AP Mob passed away earlier this year, and now and accidental drug overdose has been revealed as the cause of his death, according to New York City's chief medical examiner (via The New York Times). The 26-year-old, who is helped A$AP Rocky rise to fame, overdosed on an acute mixed drug intoxication. Both opiates and benzodiazepine were found in his system. The death was ruled an accident. -
Inflight Coutersues Universal Music over Airline Music, Alleging Label Responsible for Messy Licensing Battle
Inflight, a company purposed with providing music for airline travelers to enjoy while flying, has filed a countersuit against Universal Music during allegations that the company used music illegally and without proper licensing -
Queens of The Stone Age on Break, No New Album Soon; What Is Josh Homme's Next Project?
Queens of The Stone Age are going on a break of some sort, at least if you take bassist Michael Shuman's word for it. Nothing permanent of course...but fans of the rock band shouldn't be expecting any new music in the near future. -
Chance The Rapper to Debut Short Film 'Mr. Happy' Tomorrow; 'Acid Rap' Singer Prepping for Release of 'Surf'
Chance the Rapper is building anticipation for the release of his upcoming album Surf. In the meantime, the rapper announced that he is releasing a short film called Mr. Happy, slated to release tomorrow (March 20). -
'American Idol' Season 14 Recap & Review: Qaasim Middleton Goes for the Save & Slays, Keeping Top 11 Intact
Wow. So, was this the top 10 of American Idol season 14 or just, like, Hollywood Week? After a solid group of performances last week, this show, as a whole and with very few exceptions, was just weak. It was movie week, and there were way more cheesy '80s ballads than there should have been. -
Jhené Aiko Releases New Song 'Living Room Flow' [LISTEN]
Jhené Aiko is clear on what she wants in her new track "Living Room Flow." The singer released her smooth track today (March 19). -
Russell Simmons Creates Broadway Hip-Hop Musical 'The Scenario'
Russell Simmons is creating a project that further connects hip-hop to Broadway. The Def Jams co-founder is planning a Broadway musical called "The Scenario" that will highlight the early days of hip-hop. -
Hot 97 Reveals Lineup for 2015 Summer Jam Festival Stage: B.o.B., Dej Loaf and Joey Bada$$ Set To Perform
Festival season is in full effect and New York City's Hot 97 is the latest to unveil its lineup for the 2015 Summer Jam festival stage. -
Scott Disick's Publicity Stunt Trip to Rehab in Costa Rica Lasted 12 Hours
We told you a few days ago that Scott Disick's trip to a Costa Rican rehab facility seemed to be more of a paid gig than a genuine bid for sobriety and the latest bit of info only seems to confirm that. Disick checked into the Rythmia Life Advancement Center for a hardcore detox that uses risky alternative treatments but there was no need to worry about him pulling through the tough detox. Apparently the reality star didn't last even a full day at the facility.
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