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41st Annual ASCAP Pop Music Awards Winners Include Songwriters of the Year Olivia Rodrigo and Daniel Nigro; Song of the Year "Calm Down" and Publisher of the Year Universal Music Publishing Group

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Donnerstag, Mai 9, 2024

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NEW YORK, May 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ASCAP, the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, the only US PRO to operate on a not-for-profit basis, announces the winners of the 2024 ASCAP Pop Music Awards.

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Olivia Rodrigo and co-writer Daniel Nigro, who ruled the pop charts in the past year with "vampire" and "bad idea right?"
Chappell Roan presents Nigro with his award tonight at an invitation-only event in Los Angeles celebrating this year's ASCAP Pop Music Award winners.
"Calm Down" is published by Hook Like Behavior, Kobalt Music Publishing, Livelihood Music Company, SMG Tunes, Sony Music Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group and Warner Chappell Music.
The ASCAP Pop Music Awards honor the songwriters and publishers of the most-performed ASCAP pop songs of 2023.

Montell Jordan announced as Alcorn State’s Commencement speaker

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Freitag, Mai 3, 2024

Lorman, Miss., May 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alcorn State University announces Grammy Award-winning artist Montell Jordan as its Spring 2024 Commencement speaker.

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Lorman, Miss., May 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alcorn State University announces Grammy Award-winning artist Montell Jordan as its Spring 2024 Commencement speaker.
“Montell Jordan’s remarkable journey as a musical artist and now pastor is a testament of perseverance and commitment,” said Dr. Tracy M. Cook, president.
We look forward to welcoming Mr. Jordan back to the Alcorn campus as he provides words of encouragement to our graduates.”
Montell Jordan is an author, pastor, Grammy Award-winning artist, and recipient of the 2023 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award.
Montell is a Champion Ambassador for Special Olympics North America and a public speaker on topics related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Versus Announces Vivi: Next-Generation AI-Powered Interactive Content Platform

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Dienstag, April 30, 2024

Versus , the leading AI-powered interactive content company, today announced the next generation of its proprietary AI platform, Vivi.

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Versus , the leading AI-powered interactive content company, today announced the next generation of its proprietary AI platform, Vivi.
As Versus continues to revolutionize the way brands connect with audiences through content, Vivi uses AI to automatically deliver personalized, interactive content in real time, driving higher engagement, retention, and incremental revenue for partners across sports, entertainment, news, search, and social.
“The name Vivi means to bring something to life, and that’s exactly what Versus does for content,” said Versus founder and CEO John Vitti.
Versus will remain focused on the ongoing evolution of the Vivi platform, continuing to bridge the gap between how people view and engage with content.

ReachTV and Bill Rancic to Produce New Original Business Series “Dollar Bill”

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Mittwoch, April 10, 2024

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240410593782/en/

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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240410593782/en/
ReachTV’s “Dollar Bill” with host Bill Rancic (Photo: Business Wire)
As host, Rancic will share his keys to running a successful business portfolio from restaurateur to real estate mogul, explore the economic questions of the day with top business and financial advisers, and catch up with celebrity entrepreneurs.
Launching this year exclusively on ReachTV, Dollar Bill will offer honest, inclusive and entertaining conversations on business and finance, showing viewers how to win both on Wall Street and Main Street USA.
Quote from Bill Rancic, “The best partnerships are the ones that share a common goal, and in this case, it’s about financial security for all.
ReachTV brings together tech, data and storytelling to offer viewers a new connected media experience with shopability, featuring a rich library of live sports, and premium original content.

Beverage Visionary Brandon Cason and Team Launch TEABIRD: An Authentic Hard Sweet Tea with Partner and Chief Ambassador Jason Aldean

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Montag, April 15, 2024

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AUSTIN, Texas, April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Beverage industry veteran Brandon Cason, today announced the official launch of TEABIRD Hard Tea, the latest innovation in hard sweet tea. Teabird combines the natural flavor of real-brewed black tea with just the right amount of sweetness coming from pure cane sugar. It captures the Southern essence of real American brewed sweet tea. This new product sets a new standard for hard sweet teas, celebrating bold, real flavors with a homegrown twist and all-natural ingredients. With only 110 calories and 5 grams of sugar per serving, TEABIRD offers a guilt-free indulgence that aligns with today's health-conscious values, offering a distinctly earthy, undeniably real, and satisfyingly sweet taste.

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AUSTIN, Texas, April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Beverage industry veteran Brandon Cason, today announced the official launch of TEABIRD Hard Tea, the latest innovation in hard sweet tea.
This new product sets a new standard for hard sweet teas, celebrating bold, real flavors with a homegrown twist and all-natural ingredients.
The announcement was made today by Brandon Cason, Founder and CEO, and Jason Aldean, award-winning entertainer and Partner and Chief Ambassador of TEABIRD.
In addition to the Original Hard Sweet Tea, TEABIRD also launched a Half and Half version that includes fresh lemon.

GUSTAVO LOPEZ REVEALS NEW VENTURE GLOBALATINO MUSIC PARTNERS

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Montag, April 15, 2024

LOS ANGELES, April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Latin music entertainment power player Gustavo Lopez has launched a new, full service, independent, multi-media, music entertainment company -- Globalatino Music Partners, it was announced today by Mr. Lopez.

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LOS ANGELES, April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Latin music entertainment power player Gustavo Lopez has launched a new, full service, independent, multi-media, music entertainment company -- Globalatino Music Partners, it was announced today by Mr. Lopez.
Globalatino already has assembled a best in class portfolio of companies with an expert team of renowned industry executives who will work with Mr. Lopez in this groundbreaking venture.
Globalatino Music Partners represents the next step in Mr Lopez' career.
"What makes Globalatino Music Partners unique is our reach in every aspect of the fast moving Latin space," Mr. Lopez continued.

Kendra Erika Teams Up With Olivia Newton John's daughter Chloe Lattanzi, Kendra Ericka is #1Billboard artist, Says Charmaine Blake PR Firm

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Donnerstag, April 11, 2024

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LOS ANGELES, April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Building on the white-hot momentum of a prolific year of writing, recording and dropping a total of nine singles, #1 Billboard charting dance artist Kendra Erika launches an impactful 2024 pairing with mega-producer Dave Aude (Lady Gaga, Rihanna, LeAnn Rimes) and singer/songwriter Chloe Lattanzi, daughter of the late, legendary Olivia Newton-John, on the life affirming empowerment anthem "Self-Love Symphony," release on Dauman Music/Oyster Shell Music.

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Produced by Aude and penned by Aude, Kendra, Lattanzi and hit songwriter Lauren Dyson (BTS, Anastacia), the high energy EDM vibing track is highlighted by an extremely infectious vocal hook.
The inspiring lyrical narrative uplifts the spirits and awaken the souls of those who have ever felt misunderstood, expressing self-confidence.
In 2023, Kendra tapped into her love of the classics with her remake of Frank Sinatra' popular song, "Witchcraft."
May 1st, 2024 is the Single Release Red Carpet Party for "Self Love Symphony" at SUR Restaurant in West Hollywood, CA.

Holland America Line Enhances Entertainment with New Productions, Music Lineup and Destination-Specific Performances

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Donnerstag, April 11, 2024

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SEATTLE, April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is adding to its award-winning entertainment lineup with the introduction of several new mainstage experiences in 2024. Four new shows will put a fresh spin on the classic cruise production format. Additional new productions tailored to various regions will provide a variety of performances focusing on the local culture where ships are cruising.

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SEATTLE, April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is adding to its award-winning entertainment lineup with the introduction of several new mainstage experiences in 2024.
Additional new productions tailored to various regions will provide a variety of performances focusing on the local culture where ships are cruising.
Beyond the mainstage, Holland America Line is adding Rolling Stone Lounge to more ships and enhancing its popular Billboard Onboard music experience.
Beginning in February 2024, the cruise line is set to debut four shows reuniting singing and dancing in a new mainstage experience.

Shackelford, Bowen, McKinley & Norton Nashville Partners Named Among Top Music Lawyers by Billboard

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Montag, April 8, 2024

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Shackelford, Bowen, McKinley & Norton, LLP entertainment and business litigation partner Lauren Kilgore and entertainment partner Lauren Spahn have been named to Billboard magazine’s 2024 list of Top Music Lawyers.

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Shackelford, Bowen, McKinley & Norton, LLP entertainment and business litigation partner Lauren Kilgore and entertainment partner Lauren Spahn have been named to Billboard magazine’s 2024 list of Top Music Lawyers.
Billboard’s annual Top Music Lawyers list recognizes the nation’s top attorneys who serve “on the front lines of the music industry’s legal battles and deals” in the categories of Talent & Litigation, Major Music Groups, Streaming, Live, Music Publishing, and Performing Rights.
She represents music festivals, music publishers, record labels, technology companies, recording artists, songwriters, and other entertainment industry clients.
The Top Music Lawyers for 2024 were selected by Billboard editors, based upon such factors as peer and colleague nominations, and the representation of clients with a notable music industry impact.

THE INNOVATIVE DIRECT-TO-CONSUMER MUSIC PLATFORM ANNOUNCES PUBLIC LAUNCH

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Dienstag, April 9, 2024

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NEW YORK, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- EVEN, the pioneering direct-to-consumer music platform announces its official launch of EVEN after year of Beta. Alongside this news, EVEN also released its iOS and Android mobile app and announced news that sales on EVEN will report to Luminate, making them the first superfan app to count sales towards Billboard charting. Founded by music industry veteran Mag Rodriguez, EVEN is on a mission to empower artists and fans to invest in each other, ushering in a new landscape where artists can make money from their music.

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NEW YORK, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- EVEN, the pioneering direct-to-consumer music platform announces its official launch of EVEN after year of Beta.
Founded by music industry veteran Mag Rodriguez, EVEN is on a mission to empower artists and fans to invest in each other, ushering in a new landscape where artists can make money from their music.
With this launch EVEN introduces a series of features and partnerships aimed at enhancing the music ecosystem for artists and fans alike:
A Mobile App: where fans can directly engage with their favorite artists, chat with fellow music lovers, and enjoy offline access to a vast library of purchased music.
With this public launch, EVEN continues to assist artists to monetize their art and get closer to their fans.