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News

Stephen Swid, Music Industry Entrepreneur & Former SESAC CEO, Dies at 78

Stephen Swid, the entrepreneur, businessman, music investor/executive who put SESAC on the map, died Oct. 6, at his home in New York City. He was 78.
Legal and Management

Legal and Management

Fyre Fest Founder Billy McFarland's Attorney Removed From Bankruptcy Process

"I agree that I'm responsible for every dollar owed to investors and ticket-holders," says McFarland.
Chart Beat

Chart Beat

Rewinding the Charts: In 1997, Elton John's 'Candle' Lit Up the Hot 100

A classic track reworked to pay tribute to Princess Diana became the star's biggest hit.
Business

Business

Randy Travis Forges Ahead, Seeking New Ways to Sustain His Career After Stroke

When Randy Travis suffered a near-fatal stroke in 2013, it was doubtful the country superstar would ever sing again. “Those are answers we don't have,” says Travis' wife, Mary, in a phone in...
Executive Turntable

Executive Turntable

Executive Turntable: Moves at The Syndicate, SESAC Nashville, We Are Hear & More

A list of moves and shakes across the music business, including at The Syndicate, SESAC Nashville, We Are Hear, and more.
Awards

Awards

No Knock On Aerosmith, But It's Time for MusiCares to Honor Someone Under 65

The recipients should reflect a mix of ages. After all, the award is called person of the year, not veteran of the year or legacy artist of the year.
Business

Business

Bon Iver's 2ABillion Campaign Brings Fight Against Sexual Violence on Tour

“We thought we could not only learn about the organizations helping those in need, but also allow our fans to encounter these groups,” says frontman Justin Vernon about the campaign, which r...
Pop

Pop

Busbee Signee Conor Matthews on Wanting to Make Late Mentor Proud

Following busbee’s unexpected death, Conor Matthews -- Altadena's first signee, through a joint venture with Warner Records -- is more determined than ever to make him proud, working on an u...

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