SIGNING BELOW THE RADAR: Before you can say, “Did Johnny Depp really play Willy Wonka or was that really HITS prexy Karen Glauber?” Island Def Jam’s L.A. Reid and head of A&R Paul Pontius have signed the Rocket Summer. We hear that
NOW FOR OUR CMJ BOOGER: Here’s the short list, and we’re starting with the performance-rights-society showcases, all of which have great lineups this year. The BMI showcase, which is co-sponsored by Gibson, Levis and Budweiser, will feature the Novaks, King Elementary (Capitol), Nightmare of You (East West/Warner Chappell), the Royal Highness and Captain. The ASCAP showcase on the first night of the conference will feature Nicole Atkins & the Sea, Boy Kill Boy, the Outline, Favourite Sons and Priestess. The SESAC showcase will feature the Swayback, the Fame, Make Good Your Escape, the Five O’Clock Heroes and Soft. And expect big weasel attendance for the following: Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, Camouflage Nights and Goldspot. Of course, we’ll give the post-confab report next issue. BUZZIN’:
SONG REVENUE: CALM BEFORE THE STORM
J. Cole has his moment; Future-Metro have another big payday. (4/19a)
WARNER CHAPPELL ROPES IN RED CLAY STRAYS
Another big get for Guy and Carianne (4/19a)
THE COUNT: COACHELLA, FROM THE COUCH
The coziest way to experience the fest (4/19a)
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THE NEW UMG
Gosh, we hope there are more press releases.
TIKTOK BANNED!
Unless the Senate manages to make this whole thing go away, that is.
THE NEW HUGE COUNTRY ACT
No, not that one.
TRUMP'S CAMPAIGN PLAYLIST
Now 100% unlicensed!
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