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Katy Perry's 'Part of Me' Debuts Atop Action-Packed Hot 100
February 22, 2012 – Record Labels | TV & Film | Digital & Mobile | Retail | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
Katy Perry's 'Part of Me' debuts atop Hot 100 while Adele, Whitney Houston, Nicki Minaj and Chris Brown add to an action-packed top 10. » Full Story

Whitney Houston Has No. 2 Album, Grammys Push Big Gains On Billboard 200
February 22, 2012 – Radio | Record Labels | Digital & Mobile | Retail | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
Whitney Houston's "Whitney: The Greatest Hits," climbs from No. 6 to No. 2 on the Billboard 200 in the first full week after the singer's death on Feb. 11. The album sold 175,000 for a 174% gain. » Full Story

Web Trends: A$AP Rocky Preaches Equality For Everyone
February 21, 2012 – Record Labels | Indies | Rock & Pop | Dance | Country | R&B/Hip-Hop
A$AP Rocky preaches equality, Rihanna and Chris Brown reveal new controversial collaborations, Tyler the Creator is a centaur in Odd Future's new music video, and more...see what else is trending in music today. » Full Story

Diddy to Launch Revolt, a New Music Network, Through Comcast
February 21, 2012 – TV & Film | R&B/Hip-Hop
Comcast, the nation’s largest cable provider, will distribute minority-backed networks owned by Sean “Diddy” Combs, NBA superstar Magic Johnson, director Robert Rodriguez and Spanish language television veteran Constantino “Said” Schwarz, the company announced today. Combs will partner with MTV veteran Andy Schuon on Revolt, which will showcase music and pop culture programming including music videos, live performances, news and interviews with a robust social media component. » Full Story

Whitney Houston Funeral: Family, Friends, Fans Gather to Celebrate Singer
February 18, 2012 – Record Labels | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
Clapping hands and swaying to gospel hymns in the church where Whitney Houston's powerful voice once wowed her congregation, the biggest names in entertainment sang along with the choir to remember the pop superstar at her hometown funeral Saturday. » Full Story

Whitney Houston Funeral Service Live Streamed Here Sat. 2/18 at 12:00 p.m. ET (Watch)
February 17, 2012 – Record Labels | Legal & Management | Digital & Mobile | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
Whitney Houston's loved ones will gather tomorrow (Feb. 18) for a private funeral service at Newark, N.J.'s New Hope Baptist Church. But fans worldwide will be able to mourn and remember the life and legacy of the superstar via an online video broadcast of the memorial, which Billboard.biz will carry live right here. Expected guests include Aretha Franklin, Clive Davis, Dionne Warwick, Stevie Wonder, Alicia Keys, Kevin Kostner and Houston's ex-husband Bobby Brown. » Full Story

Whitney Houston's Colleagues Remember: Don Ienner, Roy Lott, Sylvia Rhone, Wyclef Jean & More
February 17, 2012 – Touring | Record Labels | TV & Film | Branding | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
When Whitney Houston passed on Feb. 11 in Beverly Hills, Calif at the age of 48, she left behind a classic body of work that showcased her powerhouse vocals and included seven mullti-platinum albums. Here, Billboard got in touch with many of the music executives and artists who worked with Houston -- including Don Ienner, Roy Lott, Sylvia Rhone, Wyclef Jean, Melani Rogers & others -- who shared their fondest memories of the late great singer. » Full Story

Janet Jackson in Preliminary Talks to Join 'The X Factor'
February 17, 2012 – Record Labels | Legal & Management | TV & Film | Branding | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
One week after news broke that Whitney Houston was under consideration for a judge’s seat on the show, reports have surfaced that Janet Jackson could be joining the show following the recent ousters of judges Paula Abdul and Nicole Scherzinger and host Steve Jones. » Full Story

Web Trends: Nicki Minaj Talks Grammy Performance, Says It's Part of Her Movie
February 16, 2012 – Record Labels | Indies | TV & Film | Rock & Pop | Country | R&B/Hip-Hop
See what else is trending today in music including Nicki Minaj's reaction to her Grammy Performance, John Mayer's Tumblr teaser, Adele's new Billboard Record, and Kraftwerk's exciting residency. » Full Story

Whitney Houston's Funeral: Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder to Perform; Clive Davis to Speak
February 16, 2012 – Record Labels | Legal & Management | Digital & Mobile | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
Aretha Franklin and Stevie Wonder will perform at Whitney Houston's funeral, while record label executive and the singer's mentor Clive Davis will speak, a rep has confirmed. » Full Story

Carlos De Jesus, Legendary Disco, Dance Radio DJ, Dies
February 16, 2012 – Radio | Dance | R&B/Hip-Hop
The radio DJ, who was the original host of New York Hot Tracks on WABC-TV in New York City, was influential in bringing disco music to the mainstream radio audience, and was credited as one of the first DJs to play hip-hop on the radio. » Full Story

U.K.'s SOCA Shuts Down RnBXclusive Music Blog, Threatens Users With 10 Years Jail
February 16, 2012 – Record Labels | Global | Legal & Management | Digital & Mobile | R&B/Hip-Hop
A popular British music blog containing links to unlicensed music files has been shut down by the U.K. police agency SOCA (Serious Organised Crime Agency) and te users of the urban music site threatened with up to ten years imprisonment and an unlimited fine. » Full Story

Whitney Houston's Funeral To Be Live Streamed
February 16, 2012 – Record Labels | Legal & Management | Digital & Mobile | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
They won't be there in person, but singer Whitney Houston's millions of fans worldwide will be able to share in her homecoming service Saturday as they watch her private funeral on the Internet. » Full Story

Nicki Minaj, Mary J. Blige, Pitbull Performing at NBA All-Star Game
February 16, 2012 – TV & Film | Branding | R&B/Hip-Hop
The NBA All-Star Game has long been a music star-studded affair, and this year, Nicki Minaj, Pitbull, Mary J. Blige, Ne-Yo and Will.i.am will be among the artists heading to Orlando for the big game. The showdown between basketball all-star teams will air on Feb. 26 on TNT. » Full Story

Inside Whitney Houston's Last Recording Session, Days Before Her Death
February 15, 2012 – Record Labels | Digital & Mobile | Retail | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
Producer Harvey Mason Jr. says that the superstar singer was "upbeat" and "excited" about her future when they last worked together on February 7. » Full Story

Whitney Houston Returns to Hot 100's Top 10
February 15, 2012 – Record Labels | Digital & Mobile | Retail | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
Kelly Clarkson remains atop the tally, while fun.'s Super Bowl sales spike continues. » Full Story

Grammy Sales Bumps: Adele, Kelly Clarkson, Coldplay Among 20 Grammy-Related Titles in Top 50
February 15, 2012 – Radio | Record Labels | TV & Film | Retail | Branding | Rock & Pop | Country | R&B/Hip-Hop
While Nielsen SoundScan's tracking week ended at the close of business on Sunday night, Feb. 12 -- the same day as the Grammy Awards -- the Billboard 200 chart still got shaken up by the annual ceremony. Adele, Rihanna, Jason Aldean, Jay-Z and Kanye West, Civil Wars, Lil Wayne, Bruno Mars and Lady Antebellum are among the many artists whose album sales jumped following the telecast. » Full Story

Photos: Katy Perry, David Guetta, Robyn, Roger Faxon Rock EMI's Carnival-Themed Grammy After Party
February 15, 2012 – Backbeat | Record Labels | Global | Rock & Pop | Dance | R&B/Hip-Hop
EMI’s circus-themed Grammy after party harked back record parties of old in the best possibl way: There was a ferris wheel, ring toss, cotton candy, food trucks and multiple Patron-sponsored bars on site as well as » Full Story

Backbeat: Lil Wayne, Drake, Busta Rhymes @ Cash Money Pre-Grammy Party
February 15, 2012 – Backbeat | Record Labels | R&B/Hip-Hop
Like all Grammy-related parties on Saturday night, the Cash Money extravaganza on the Paramount lot had a dark cloud cast over it by the death of Whitney Houston. However, the festivities went on, and artists in the house included Lil Wayne, Drake, Busta Rhymes, DJ Khaled, Mystikal, Cory Gunz, Jay Sean and others; execs included label founders Ronald “Slim” Williams and Bryan "Birdman" Williams, manager Cortez Bryant, Universal’s Barry Weiss and more. » Full Story

Photos: Rev Run, RZA, DJ Khaled Talk Songwriting @ BMI 'How I Wrote That Song' Panel
February 15, 2012 – Backbeat | Record Labels | Publishing | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
Some of music’s biggest names - including Rev Run, RZA, Benji and Joel Madden of Good Charlotte and DJ Khaled - attended BMI’s “How I Wrote That Song” and give the attendees insights into what it takes to make music that resonates with fans. » Full Story

Web Trends: Meet The Coaches for Australian Version of "The Voice," Hear A New Usher/Diplo Track
February 15, 2012 – Record Labels | Indies | TV & Film | Rock & Pop | Country | R&B/Hip-Hop
See what else is trending today in music including a new Usher/Diplo collaboration, Dave Matthews Band touring/album news, new albums from Cee Lo Green, and Kraftwerk's exciting residency. » Full Story

Whitney Houston Re-enters Top 10 on Billboard 200, Surges on Digital Songs Chart
February 15, 2012 – Record Labels | Publishing | Global | TV & Film | Digital & Mobile | Retail | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
Following the death of Whitney Houston on Feb. 11, the diva's "Whitney: The Greatest Hits" album re-enters the Billboard 200 chart at No. 6. It sold 64,000 copies in the United States, according to Nielsen SoundScan, in the tracking week that ended on Feb. 12 -- reflecting only one full day of sales after her passing. There were more Houston albums purchased in the last week (101,000 -- up 5,994% from 2,000 the week previous) than had been sold in all of 2011 and 2012 combined until her death (97,000). » Full Story

Whitney Houston Mourners Face Dearth of Places to Grieve
February 15, 2012 – Record Labels | Legal & Management | R&B/Hip-Hop
In Whitney Houston's hometown, her family plans a private church service, with no public memorial set. In Los Angeles, where she died, there's not even a star on theHollywood Walk of Fame for fans to pile flowers. So for the legion of music lovers mourning a global superstar, where do broken hearts go? » Full Story

Whitney Houston U.K. Price Hike a 'Mistake,' Sony Statement Says
February 14, 2012 – Record Labels | Global | Retail | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
After two days of silence, Sony has issued a statement in response to the furor over the company’s U.K. office’s decision to raise the price of two Whitney Houston titles, “The Ultimate Collection” and “Greatest Hits,” in the hours immediately following her death.The statement said the price-hike was the "result of an employee error" and apologized "for any offense caused." » Full Story

David Rodigan, Reggae-Dancehall DJ Extraordinaire, Receives MBE From Queen Elizabeth
February 14, 2012 – Touring | Radio | Global | Legal & Management | R&B/Hip-Hop
David Rodigan, the phenomenal reggae-dancehall DJ, fierce soundclash battler, radio host and utterly unique character was today awarded a Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, or MBE, this morning in a ceremony conducted by Queen Elizabeth at Buckingham Palace (for real). » Full Story

Web Trends: Listen to Nicki Minaj's New Single
February 14, 2012 – Record Labels | Indies | Rock & Pop | Dance | Country | R&B/Hip-Hop
Check out what else is trending in music today, Feb 14. Nicki Minaj shows fans love by releasing a new song entitled "Starships" on Valentine's Day. The song is the lead single for her upcoming album "Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded." » Full Story

Canadian Broadcasting Corp Launches CBC Digital Music Streaming Service
February 14, 2012 – Record Labels | Global | Digital & Mobile | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
CBC Radio draws more than 6.1 million listeners a weekWeeks after the Canadian Broadcast Corporation (CBC) reached the country’s first negotiated collective license deal with Audio-Video Licensing Agency (AVLA), the country’s oldest public broadcasting network officially launched CBC Music, a free digital music streaming service. » Full Story

Sony, Apple U.K. Still Decline Comment on Whitney Houston Price Hike in the Hours After Her Death
February 14, 2012 – Global | Digital & Mobile | Retail | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
Sony Music and Apple U.K. have declined to comment on the temporary 60% price increase of Whitney Houston's "Ultimate Collection" in the hours after the singer's death. The price was lowered to its previous level after several hours. » Full Story

Grammys Embrace of Chris Brown Draws Criticism
February 14, 2012 – Record Labels | Legal & Management | TV & Film | R&B/Hip-Hop
The Grammy Awards' warm embrace of Chris Brown three years after his assault of Rihanna has drawn the ire of viewers who claim the controversial R&B star shouldn't have been rewarded with such attention. » Full Story

Indie Labels Win 34 Grammys, Says A2IM
February 14, 2012 – Record Labels | Indies | Retail | Jazz | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
Led by Bon Iver’s two Grammy wins, the American Association of Independent Music (A2IM) says 34 independent labels won Grammy awards including Best New Artist, Best Country Song, and Best Album awards in ten categories. » Full Story

Christina Milian Signs to Young Money
February 14, 2012 – Record Labels | TV & Film | Branding | R&B/Hip-Hop
Christina Milian is joining Lil Wayne's Young Money crew. The R&B singer (and "The Voice" social media correspondent) announced the news on Twitter on Sunday. » Full Story

Photos: Adele's Post-Grammy Party, With Pitbull, Alicia Keys, Kelly Clarkson, Howard Stringer, Doug Morris, More
February 13, 2012 – Backbeat | Record Labels | Christian/Gospel | Global | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
After winning six Grammys at the ceremony, Adele celebrated with her Sony Music family at Cecconi's in West Hollywood. Attendees included artists Kelly Clarkson, Pitbull, Alicia Keys, Marsha Ambrosius and Kirk Franklin; executives included Sir Howard Stringer, Doug Morris, Peter Edge, Tom Corson and Joe Riccitelli. » Full Story

Grammys Spawn Record Levels of 'Social TV' Activity, Led By Adele, Chris Brown, Jennifer Hudson
February 13, 2012 – Record Labels | TV & Film | Digital & Mobile | Branding | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
Not only did people tune into Sunday night Grammys telecast, they created a record number of social media comments about the event. Last night's show saw social media peaks during Adele, Chris Brown and Jennifer Hudson's tribute to Whitney Houston as "social TV" grew tremendously over the last year. » Full Story

Backbeat: Rihanna, Deadmau5 Play Roc Nation/Three Six Zero Grammy Afterparty; Execs Get Down
February 13, 2012 – Touring | Backbeat | Record Labels | Dance | R&B/Hip-Hop
Rihanna kept it blonde and Deadmau5 took off his head at the packed the Roc Nation-Three Six Zero Group's Grammy afterparty at Hollywood's House of Blues to benefit the Children's Hospital of L.A. Despite the philanthropic nature of the event, several music execs such as IDJ's Gabe Tesoriero appeared to be getting their freak on -- not that there's ever anything wrong with that. » Full Story

Web Trends: Adele Cleans Up, Whitney Houston Honored At The Grammys
February 13, 2012 – Record Labels | Indies | Rock & Pop | Dance | Country | R&B/Hip-Hop
Check out what else is trending in music today, Feb. 9: Adele cleaned up at last night's Grammys while Jennifer Hudson paid tribute to Whitney Houston. » Full Story

Grammys 2012 Backstage: Adele 'Busy Being Happy,' Bon Iver Busy Chewing His Grammy
February 13, 2012 – Backbeat | Record Labels | TV & Film | Retail | Jazz | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
On a big night for Adele, she had a lot to say backstage -- for the first time in five months -- as did the rest of the Grammy victors. Read what you didn't see on the Grammy broadcast from Bon Iver, the Beach Boys, Sir Paul McCartney, Bonnie Raitt, Booker T on Neil Young and others. » Full Story

Whitney Houston's Death Still Under Investigation, Police May Release More Info Today
February 13, 2012 – Record Labels | Legal & Management | R&B/Hip-Hop
Whitney Houston's life of glorious song and unnerving self-destruction apparently ended in a bathtub at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on Grammy weekend, but it could be weeks before investigators know exactly why she died. Beverly Hills Police Lt. Mark Rosen said that his agency may release more details Monday about Houston's death » Full Story

Lana Del Rey Tops UK Chart, Has Biggest Selling U.K. Album of 2012
February 13, 2012 – Radio | Record Labels | Digital & Mobile | Retail | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
As Lana Del Rey’s “Born To Die” (Polydor/Universal) started a second week atop the U.K. album chart yesterday, Belgian Australian Gotye climbed 3-1 on the singles survey with “Somebody That I Used To Know” (Universal Island), featuring Kimbra. Del Rey's debut is now the U.K.'s biggest selling album of 2012 ahead of Adele's "21" » Full Story

Foo Fighters, Skrillex Kanye West Lead Early Grammy Winners
February 12, 2012 – Record Labels | TV & Film | Rock & Pop | Dance | R&B/Hip-Hop
Kanye West, Skrillex, Tony Bennett, Foo Fighters and... Betty White are among the winners of the Pre-Telecast Grammy trophies. » Full Story

Jennifer Hudson Breaks Down During Rehearsal for Whitney Houston Grammy Tribute: Source
February 12, 2012 – TV & Film | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
A Grammy crew member reported that Jennifer Hudson was "crying and had to keep pausing" during rehearsals for tonight's Whitney Houston tribute. Chaka Khan has also been added to the tribute number with possibly more surprise guests to be announced. » Full Story

Glen Campbell, Diana Ross, George Jones, Allman Brothers, More Honored at Grammy Special Merit Awards
February 12, 2012 – Record Labels | Retail | Rock & Pop | Country | R&B/Hip-Hop
Glen Campbell, Diana Ross, George Jones, the Allman Brothers Band were among those honored with Lifetime Achievement Awards at the Special Merit Awards ceremony hosted by the Recording Academy late Saturday afternoon, although the ceremony ended on a sad note when news of Whitney Houston's death reached the attendees. » Full Story

Bobby Brown Issues Statement On Whitney Houston's Passing
February 12, 2012 – Record Labels | Legal & Management | R&B/Hip-Hop
Bobby Brown today issued a short statement on the passing of his ex-wife Whitney Houston who died yesterday at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles. » Full Story

Updated: Whitney Houston Tributes From Artists, Executives, Including Beyonce, Berry Gordy, Quincy Jones, Aretha Franklin, Dozens More
February 12, 2012 – Record Labels | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
As news of Whitney Houston's death rapidly spread around the globe, Twitter, the Internet and our inboxes filled with tributes, and Billboard.biz has spoken with dozens of people at many pre-Grammy events. Here are tributes from Berry Gordy, Ne-Yo, Clive Davis, Wiz Khalifa, Quincy Jones, Gamble & Huff, "Preacher's Wife" music supervisor/producer Mervyn Warren, Neil Portnow, RedOne and many more. » Full Story

Whitney Houston May Have Drowned in Tub, Taken Xanax Before Death (Report)
February 12, 2012 – Record Labels | Legal & Management | R&B/Hip-Hop
Reports have begun to surface about Whitney Houston's final hours and what may have caused her tragic death. » Full Story

Whitney Houston's 'Greatest Hits' Poised to Re-Enter Billboard 200's Top 10
February 12, 2012 – Retail | Rock & Pop | Chart Alert | R&B/Hip-Hop
Whitney Houston's "Whitney: The Greatest Hits" album could re-enter the Billboard 200 chart's top 10 this week, based on early sales projections. » Full Story

Whitney Houston Remembered by Ne-Yo, Will.I.Am, More at Grammy Midnight Brunch
February 12, 2012 – Backbeat | Branding | R&B/Hip-Hop
News of Whitney Houston's death broke just hours before Ne-Yo's fourth annual Midnight Brunch at the Supper Club in Hollywood, Calif. on Saturday night, so needless to say a somber mood was cast over the event. Ne-Yo, Will.I.Am and others shared their memories of the singer. » Full Story

Photos: Clive Davis, Alicia Keys, Diddy Pay Tribute to Whitney Houston at Pre-Grammy Gala
February 12, 2012 – Backbeat | Record Labels | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
You could hear a pin drop as Clive Davis took the stage at his and the Recording Academy's annual pre-Grammy gala Saturday night with a moment of silence in honor of Whitney Houston. The event to honor Sir Richard Branson drew a constellation of stars (including Elvis Costello, Sean "Diddy" Combs, Miranda Lambert, Tony Bennet) and execs (such as Lucian Grainge, Antonio "L.A." Reid, Berry Gordy) alike. » Full Story

Benjy Grinberg, John Branca Honored at Primary Violator Grammy Brunch
February 12, 2012 – Record Labels | Legal & Management | Indies | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
It wasn’t just eggs, French toast, fruit and potent cocktails being served at the second annual Primary Violator Managers Brunch. Here Primary Violator hosts Michael (Blue) Williams, Chris Lighty and Larry Meste honored managers Benjy Grinberg of Rostrum Records and John Branca. Also, Goodie Mob was in the house. » Full Story

Exclusive: Whitney Houston's Last Songs to Be Featured in 'Sparkle' Film
February 11, 2012 – Record Labels | TV & Film | R&B/Hip-Hop
The last songs Whitney Houston recorded will be heard in the film "Sparkle," one on camera and the other during the closing credits. » Full Story

Analysis: Whitney Houston's Billboard Chart Records
February 11, 2012 – Record Labels | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
Following the news of Whitney Houston’s passing today (Feb. 11), here is a look back at the many chart achievements that the gifted vocalist accomplished. » Full Story

Whitney Houston's 20 Biggest Singles on the Billboard Hot 100
February 11, 2012 – Record Labels | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
The late Whitney Houston's legacy on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart is legendary. Here is a list of her 20 biggest songs on the chart. » Full Story

Whitney Houston Tributes From Artists, Executives Pour In
February 11, 2012 – Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
As news of Whitney Houston's death spread on Saturday night, Twitter quickly filled with tributes from artists and executives who knew, worked with and admired her. Diddy, Mariah Carey, LA Reid, Christina Aguilera, Toni Braxton, Rob Stone were among many. » Full Story

Whitney Houston Dead at 48
February 11, 2012 – Touring | Record Labels | Global | TV & Film | Digital & Mobile | Retail | Branding | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
Whitney Houston, who reigned as pop music's queen until her majestic voice and regal image were ravaged by drug use, erratic behavior and a tumultuous marriage to singer Bobby Brown, has died. She was 48. Publicist Kristen Foster said Saturday that the singer had died, but the cause and the location of her death were unknown. » Full Story

Backbeat: Paul McCartney Honored at MusiCares Grammy Event, Performs for a Galaxy of Stars and Execs
February 11, 2012 – Touring | Backbeat | Record Labels | Publishing | TV & Film | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
Paul McCartney was honored at the MusiCares Person of the Year in Los Angeles Friday night, where he, the Foo Fighters, Norah Jones, Alicia Keys, Coldplay, James Taylor and others performed for a galaxy of music-industry execs, including Martin Bandier, Doug Morris, Rob Light, Randy Phillips, L.A. Reid and many, many more. » Full Story

Who Will Get Big Grammy Sales Bumps? Adele? Civil Wars? Bruno Mars? Retailers Weigh In
February 10, 2012 – Record Labels | Retail | Rock & Pop | Country | R&B/Hip-Hop
As the music industry convenes on Los Angeles for the Grammy Awards on Sunday night, merchants across America are gearing up for the sales boost that the show always brings. The only question is: Which winners and performers will see the biggest bump? Retailers make their predictions, dropping names like Adele, the Civil Wars, Bruno Mars, Jason Aldean and others. » Full Story

Madonna & Nicki Minaj Bowl Over Billboard's Social 50 Chart
February 10, 2012 – Digital & Mobile | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
Madonna's flurry of media activity last week sparks her re-entry at No. 8 on Billboard's Social 50 chart, her highest rank ever on the year-old tally. Her video for "Give Me All Your Luvin'" premiered Feb. 3 on YouTube, while she performed at the Super Bowl halftime show on Feb. 5. For the tracking week, she earned a 479% increase in YouTube fans and a 685% leap in YouTube views. » Full Story

Web Trends: Madonna's Stalker In Custody, Grammy Talk
February 10, 2012 – Record Labels | Indies | Rock & Pop | Country | R&B/Hip-Hop
Grammys, Valentine's Day songs, Madonna's stalker - see what's trending in music today. » Full Story

Mary J. Blige 'Rooting For' Adele to Win Big on Grammy Night
February 10, 2012 – Touring | Record Labels | Branding | Rock & Pop | Dance | R&B/Hip-Hop
Mary J. Blige performed a 10-song set Thursday at a private show in Hollywood to help (RED) and Belevedere vodka raise funds for programs to fight HIV/AIDs in Africa. Before the show, MJB told Billboard.biz that she's "rooting for" Adele to win big at the Grammys on Sunday night. "I hope that she tears the house down,” she said. “I’m an Adele fan. I love what she’s done this year." » Full Story

Clarence Clemons' Nephew Jake to Play Sax on Springsteen Tour
February 10, 2012 – Touring | Record Labels | Legal & Management | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
Bruce Springsteen announced Thursday that two musicians — Jersey Shore sidekick Eddie Manion and Clarence Clemons' nephew Jake — will "share the saxophone role" during the E Street Band's "Wrecking Ball" world tour, which begins March 18 in Atlanta. » Full Story

Bret Michaels, Mavis Staples Headline Grammy Foundation Show; Newcomer L.P. Wows the Crowd
February 10, 2012 – Touring | Record Labels | TV & Film | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
The goal of the Grammy Foundation in its ambitious program One Night Only: A Celebration of the Live Music Experience was undoubtedly to commemorate the history of the concert, with performances from Bret Michaels, Mavis Staples, Jonny Lang, Ledisi and others. What no one counted on was the arrival of a budding star to watch in singer L.P. » Full Story

Chart Moves: Madonna's Sales Surge; Michael Jackson's 'Glee'-ful Impact, fun.'s 'We Are Young' Climbs
February 10, 2012 – Radio | Record Labels | TV & Film | Digital & Mobile | Retail | Rock & Pop | Country | R&B/Hip-Hop
This week on the charts beyond Adele and Kelly Clarkson's pole positions, Madonna gets a Super Bowl bump, Michael Jackson and 2CELLOS get "Glee" bumps and .fun gets a boost thanks to Chevrolet's Sonic Super Bowl ad. » Full Story

Backbeat: Esperanza Spalding, Anthony Hamilton Perform @ Grammy in the Schools Live!
February 9, 2012 – Backbeat | Record Labels | R&B/Hip-Hop
The third annual Grammy in the Schools Live! concert featured stellar performances by Anthony Hamilton and Esperanza Spalding in front of Grammy Foundation execs Neil Portnow, Kristen Madsen, David Sears and Scott Goldman. » Full Story

Web Trends: Watch A New Video From Kanye West And Jay-Z
February 9, 2012 – Indies | Rock & Pop | Dance | Country | R&B/Hip-Hop
Check out what else is trending in music today, Feb. 9: Watch a new video from Kanye West and Jay-Z (The Throne) » Full Story

Backbeat: Kelly Rowland, Sylvia Rhone Honored @ Essence Black Women in Music Gala
February 9, 2012 – Backbeat | Record Labels | R&B/Hip-Hop
The star studded event honored Rhone with a career accomplishment award and recognized Rowland as a rising icon. Execs such as Epic's L.A. Reid, Universal Republic's Monte Lipman, and SRC's Steve Rifkin, among others, were in attendance. » Full Story

Backbeat: Jimmy Iovine Honored by Dr. Dre, Stevie Nicks, Mary J. Blige, Many More at Grammy P&E Event
February 9, 2012 – Backbeat | Record Labels | Legal & Management | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
Jimmy Iovine was awarded the Recording Academy Presidents Merit Award last night during a Grammy week event honoring producers and engineers amidst a calvacade of stars and music biz. The long list included Dr. Dre, Mary J. Blige, Stevie Nicks, Colbie Caillat and will.i.am. who heard both Skylar Gray and Lana Del Ray perform. Read on for the life-long lesson Iovine learned working as an engineer on Bruce Springsteen's "Born To Run." » Full Story

Rock Hall Adds Six Groups, Including Miracles, Crickets to List of Inductees
February 9, 2012 – Record Labels | Branding | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame says six additional groups, including the Crickets, the Famous Flames, and the Miracles will be inducted this year after a committee determined they should be recognized with their previously enshrined original lead singers (which included Buddy Holly, James Brown and Smokey Robinson, repectively.) » Full Story

Backbeat: Grammy Glam Kicks Off Celebrations, Neil Portnow Discusses Protests
February 8, 2012 – Backbeat | Record Labels | Branding | Rock & Pop | Latin | R&B/Hip-Hop
Grammy Glam, presented by CoverGirl, Olay, and Venus and featuring guest DJs Erykah Badu and DJ Spinderella, last night kicked off the week of festivities leading up to the Grammy awards. The event also provided an opportunity for Recording Academy President Neil Portnow to comment on the planned protests against the Grammys' decision to cut 31 categories from this year's awards. » Full Story

Lana Del Rey Debuts At No. 2, Adele Holds No. 1 on Billboard 200
February 8, 2012 – Record Labels | Rock & Pop | Chart Alert | Country | R&B/Hip-Hop
Much talked-about singer/songwriter Lana Del Rey makes her expected arrival at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 with "Born to Die." It's the highest entry for a female artist's full-length major-label debut since Jackie Evancho's "Dream With Me" bowed at No. 2 on July 2, 2011. Adele's "21" sits tight at No. 1 for a 19th nonconsecutive week. » Full Story

Bruno Mars Heads Back to Grammys With Smeezingtons
February 8, 2012 – Record Labels | Publishing | Branding | Rock & Pop | R&B/Hip-Hop
While Bruno Mars has six nominations for this Sunday's Grammy Awards -- including one for album of the year for the worldwide best-seller "Doo-Wops and Hooligans -- it's also the Smeezingtons time to shine. The trio is nominated in the producer of the year category for their hits with Mars, but also Lil Wayne and the Far East Movement. » Full Story

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