Wed, December 4, 2024

by: Michael Jones

Azealia Banks involved in another fiery social media exchange

A heated Twitter exchange between rapper Azealia Banks and The 1975 frontman Matty Healy escalated after Banks criticized Charli XCX.

by: Michael Jones

K-LOVE Media dedicates new $120 million building in Tennessee for new headquarters

EMF, parent company for K-LOVE and Air1 radio stations, also known as K-LOVE Media, dedicated its new 165,000-square-foot building during a ceremony.

by: Michael Jones

What's the recipe for Hallmark and Lifetime holiday movies? Small towns, mystery men and baked goods.

A high-powered career woman returns to a small town where she unexpectedly reconnects with a man with a heart of gold. Together, they embark on a quest — maybe to save a family farm, a struggling business or even each other.

by: Michael Jones

Over 70 apprentice spots in media production sector under new IMDA scheme

Apprenticeships will last either six or 12 months depending on the trainee's prior experience. Read more at straitstimes.com.

by: Michael Jones

Kantar Unveils Its 2025 Media Trends and Forecast

While much optimism exists for 2025 — fueled by increased ad spend and emerging technologies — challenges abound. Kantar Media's just-released Media Trends & Predictions report seeks to illuminate the opportunities and challenges confronting the media and entertainment ecosystem in the coming year,

by: Michael Jones

MultiStory Media wraps up the year with a slate of commissions

MultiStory Media, the award-winning factual, documentary and factual entertainment ITV Studios label, is wrapping up the year with a raft of new commissions.

by: Michael Jones

JioHotstar domain finally with Viacom 18

The domain name 'JioHotstar.com,' associated with Viacom18 Media Pvt. Ltd., was acquired after a significant merger between Reliance Jio, Disney Hotstar, and Viacom18. Initially registered by a Delhi app developer and later held by Dubai siblings,

by: Michael Jones

Oga Obinna Elicits Mixed Reaction after Stating Men Marry Women with Good Behaviour, Not Looks

Oga Obinna has given women tips on what men look for in wives. This comes days after he patched things with comedienne Dem wa Facebook after a fallout.

by: Michael Jones

Aston Looker: Mystery surrounds young Aussie model's tragic death in Bali

The tragic death of 18-year-old Aston Looker in Bali leaves many heartbroken including his mum who remembers him as a loving, humorous soul.

by: Michael Jones

IVP warmly welcomes new staff writer

EL CENTRO — The Imperial Valley Press is pleased to announce its warmest welcome to Staff Writer Jessamyn Dodd. Coming straight from Northern Arizona, Dodd has written about entertainment, crime, and politics for news media outlets like The New York Post and Epoch Times.

by: Michael Jones

Isaac Otesa Stranded in Nairobi, Pleads with Mike Sonko to Rescue Him: "Hana Chakula"

Bungoma Goliath, Isaac Otesa, pleaded for Mike Sonko's help after being stranded in Nairobi, lacking food and shelter. Once hopeful, he now faces hardships.

by: Michael Jones

Anatii joins Gamma's star line-up with global distribution deal

Gamma focuses on empowering artists through music, films, merchandise and more, offering a platform for creatives to control and monetise their work globally.

by: Michael Jones

Senator Methu Savagely Responds to Karen Nyamu: "Nitakuita Watu Wakianza Kutwerk"

by: Michael Jones

Forbes reveals 2025 30 Under 30 Hollywood and entertainment honorees

by: Michael Jones

Eminem's Mother Dies Aged 69 After Long Battle with Lung Cancer

Eminem's mother, Debbie Nelson, dies at 69 after battling lung cancer. Known for their complex relationship, the rapper has yet to comment on her passing.

by: Michael Jones

JioHotstar domain finally with Ambani

The domain name 'JioHotstar.com,' associated with Viacom18 Media Pvt. Ltd., was acquired after a significant merger between Reliance Jio, Disney Hotstar, and Viacom18. Initially registered by a Delhi app developer and later held by Dubai siblings,

by: Michael Jones

Byron Allen's $10B Discrimination Lawsuit Against McDonald's Over Ad Spend to Go to Trial

The lawsuit accuses the fast food giant of violating federal and state civil rights laws by maintaining a separate, lower ad tier for companies that produce content aimed at a Black audience.

by: Michael Jones

Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan decide to take a break: Report

Pop star Sabrina Carpenter and actor Barry Keoghan have decided to take a break from their relationship, according to insider reports. Speculations about their breakup have circulated for months, with sources citing their focus on their careers as a contributing factor.

by: Michael Jones

BBC Children's and Education announces Gladiators: Epic Pranks and new commissions backing homegrown entertainment

The three new commissions demonstrate the BBC's commitment to backing homegrown stories that bring families together

by: Michael Jones

Taylor Swift Thanks Fans for Making 'Tortured Poets Department' Apple Music's Top Streamed Album

Apple Music named Taylor Swift the top streamed artist and her album The Tortured Poets Department the top streamed album in 2024. Following the news, Swift took to social media Tuesday to share her excitement.

by: Michael Jones

The Future of Casting Is Now: IAmCasting Debuts 2.0 Enhanced Features at Singapore Media Festival 2024

Since its launch last December, IAmCasting has welcomed close to 3,000 talents from Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, The Philippines, Thailand, and the U.S. to its platform. With over 40 talent agencies and production companies on board and joining, the community continues to grow, with even more partners expected to come onboard.

by: Michael Jones

Tolkien and anime work well together, says LOTR: The War Of The Rohirrim's Japanese director

The latest Lord Of The Rings film in a decade tells the story of tragic king Helm Hammerhand. Read more at straitstimes.com.

by: Michael Jones

Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani's pic with a child goes viral, check out fans reaction

Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani, one of Bollywood's most adored couples, have once again captured the hearts of their fans with a heartwarming photo that has gone viral on social media. The couple,

by: Michael Jones

JioHotstar domain finally with Ambani's Viacom 18

Tue, December 3, 2024

by: Michael Jones

What happened to Park Min Jae? South Korean actor passes away in China

by: Michael Jones

7 top campaigns from 2024 and the tactics that drove success

by: Michael Jones

One Piece Chapter 1133: Release Date, Where To Read, Expected Plot And More

by: Michael Jones

Bolo Bespoke Overjoyed as Moneyed Friend Bior Gifts Him Wads of US Dollars: "Too Much"

Celebrity designer Bolo Bespoke was gifted wads of notes by is friend Money Bior after giving him two designer shirts leaving many with mixed reactions.

by: Michael Jones

Confusion as Groom's Female Friend Painfully Cries at His Wedding: "Tumepitia Mengi"

A wedding guest sparked debate after bitterly crying while giving her speech. She said she was a close friend of the groom, and went through a lot together.

by: Michael Jones

Walter Presents: 'Black Tulip' seasons 1 and 2 coming to C4 Streaming this month

by: Michael Jones

'Uthando Nesthembu' Has Been Renewed for Season 8, SA Reacts

The South African fan-favourite reality TV show 'Uthando Nesthembu' has officially been renewed for its eighth season which will premiere in January 2025.

by: Michael Jones

What brought Will Smith and Jada Pinkett-Smith together for Thanksgiving?

Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith spent Thanksgiving together.

by: Michael Jones

When is Spotify Wrapped 2024 coming?: Here's what we know

Spotify is gearing up to release its annual Wrapped, personalized recaps of users' listening habits and year in audio.

by: Michael Jones

Influencers take on the news

by: Michael Jones

Stephen Colbert Gives Trump's FBI Pick A Pointed Reminder After Media Threat

Pete Hegseth, President-elect Trump's pick to lead the Pentagon, was forced to step down by both of the two nonprofit advocacy groups that he ran due to mismanagement of funds, sexual impropriety and reports of intoxicated behavior, The New Yorker reported on Sunday. The incidents — relayed in a trail of documents and corroborated to…

by: Michael Jones

Pastor Ng'ang'a visits Shimo la Tewa prison, donates tissue papers to inmates: "Nilikuwa hapa"

Pastor James Ng'ang'a revisited Shimo la Tewa Prison, inspiring inmates with his testimony, gifts, and plans to support them with chapati, seats, and iron sheets.

by: Michael Jones

Riley Green announces new 2025 UK & Ireland dates for 'Damn Country Music' tour

by: Michael Jones

Taapsee Pannu reveals biggest marketing lesson she learned from Dunki co-star Shah Rukh Khan and how it changed her mindset

by: Michael Jones

Park Min Jae Passes Away at 32: Honouring The South Korean Actor Through 4 Of His Notable Works

The heartthrob Park Min Jae, known for his best works in K-dramas like Tomorrow, and Little Women passed away while travelling in China.

by: Michael Jones

Kenyan Man Celebrates 36th Birthday with Ugali Stew Instead of Cake: "Amazing"

A photo doing rounds on Facebook shows the unusual way a Kenyan man celebrated his birthday. He opted to replace the cake with ugali, sukuma wiki and stew.

by: Michael Jones

Prince William and Kate to welcome Qatar's emir on state visit to Britain

Prince William and his wife Kate will greet Qatar's emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and his wife on Tuesday as they begin a two-day state visit to Britain.

by: Michael Jones

TikToker Jackline Mensah And Kofi Asamoah Deny Secret Affair Rumours Amid Recent Backlash

Content creator Jackline Mensah and film director Kofi Asamoah have finally addressed recent rumours that they were involved in a romantic relationship.

by: Michael Jones

Vikrant Massey clarifies he's not retiring, just taking a break to focus on health and family

Earlier, the actor had announced his 'break' through a post on his social media..vikrant massey, vikrant massey not retiring, vikrant massey retirement, vikrant massey new statement, vikrant massey break,

by: Michael Jones

Allu Arjun to Rashmika Mandanna, know Pushpa 2: The Rule star cast's net worth and fees here

Pushpa 2 The Rule is one of the most awaited films of this year. The film is set to release on December 5. Do you know what is the net worth of the actors appearing in Pushpa 2: The Rule?

by: Michael Jones

AT&T Gave Up on the Media Business, and Its Stock Has Surged

Investors have welcomed CEO John Stankey's return to boring wireless and broadband services after costly entertainment gambles.

by: Michael Jones

Video as Odumodublvck Sings Gospel Song in Church at Mum's Birthday: "So he Dey go Worship Place?"

Odumodublvck has sparked reactions after he was seen singing during his mother's birthday in church. In the clip, he even asked the congregation to clap along.

by: Michael Jones

From Wagons to Tractors: Where Is Radio's Evolution?

Radio - in its most basic sense - is the same now as in 1948. Radio and TV are wagons that have yet to become tractors. We need to evolve.

by: Michael Jones

Thicky Sandra Unimpresses Crush She Met on TikTok After Failing Simple Maths Test

Mike Sonko's daughter Thicky Sandra shared a playful TikTok live with a London-based man, sparking laughter over a humorous math exchange during their chat.

Live Nation just majority-acquired a Hollywood influencer management company. Here's why that matters.

Live Nation is a live music promotion and ticketing giant, but it also runs a powerhouse talent management business. Indeed, the Michael Rapino-led company claimed in its 2023 annual report to be "one of the world's leading artist management companies based on the number of artists represented".

Live Nation has acquired a majority stake in the Hollywood-based influencer management company, The Digital Dept., signaling a strategic move to expand its reach within the digital and social media landscape. This acquisition is significant as it reflects Live Nation's intent to leverage the growing influence of social media personalities in the entertainment industry, particularly in music promotion and artist discovery. The Digital Dept. represents a roster of high-profile influencers who can directly engage with millions of followers, offering Live Nation new avenues for marketing, ticket sales, and fan engagement. This move also underscores the increasing importance of digital influencers in shaping consumer behavior and the music industry's adaptation to digital marketing trends, aiming to create more integrated and impactful promotional campaigns.

Read the Full Spotify Article at:
https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/live-nation-just-majority-acquired-a-hollywood-influencer-management-company-heres-why-that-matters/


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