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Prince’s entire catalog is now controlled by NPG Music Publishing

Popular music icon Prince has announced that his massive catalog of classic material is now under the control of his own NPG Music Publishing. This is the first time Prince’s publishing has been controlled independently, for the better part of two decades it has been controlled and administered by Universal Music Group. Prince established NPG Music Publishing a little over a month ago as an LLC.

T.I. talks new album, ‘Paperwork’

T.I. recently stopped by Hot 97’s morning show to talk about his upcoming album, Paperwork. The Atlanta rapper says that 2008’s Paper Trail was by far

Hot 97 Summer Jam 2014 lineup includes Lil Wayne, Nas

Hot 97 has revealed the lineup for its 2014 Summer Jam concert and this looks to be one for the ages. Lil Wayne, Nas, 50 Cent, Nicki Minaj and Wiz Khalifa are among the headliners expected to take the stage at this year’s show.

Is ‘new’ Michael Jackson album more label exploitation?

It was announced this week that eight previously un-released songs by late pop megastar Michael Jackson songs will comprise a “new” Jackson album to be released in May. According to the label that controls his music, Epic Records, Jackson’s music has been “contemporized” by several producers who Epic Chairman L.A. Reid felt were able to exhibit the “gravitas, depth and range to creatively engage with Jackson’s work.”

New Jack White track precedes upcoming single

Singer-songwriter Jack White has announced the official release date for his upcoming sophomore album. According to Third Man Records, Lazaretto will be released on June