Superstruct Entertainment announced the acquisition of the online live music streaming platform Boiler room of its current owner, Of the.
Boiler Room’s ticketing process will continue to be led by Dice, although financial terms and details on the structure of the deal were not immediately disclosed.
Boiler Room founder Blaise Bellville said in a statement: “As we turn 15 and enter our next stage of growth, we are excited to partner with Superstruct for this chapter. We feel like we’re in good company with their roster of brands, they offer us new opportunities for growth, while understanding the importance of staying true to the authenticity that, at its core, makes Boiler Room special.
+ Deezer joined forces with the royalty collective Sacem to apply an artist-centered payment system for publishing rights on Deezer in France.
“At Deezer, we continually innovate for the benefit of the music ecosystem and we are delighted to partner with Sacem to introduce the world’s first update to the publishing remuneration model for the streaming era,” said Alexis Lanternier, CEO of Deezer. “Our model ensures that a higher share of what subscribers pay goes to the artists they love, while combatting fraudulent streaming behavior. Through this partnership, we are pleased to offer these key benefits to authors, composers and publishers represented by Sacem.
+ Gospel of Motown signed William Murphy to an exclusive distribution agreement.
“We are thrilled to welcome William Murphy to the Motown Gospel family,” said Walter Thomas, Vice President of Artist Development. “His ministry and music have touched countless lives, and we are honored to partner with him to share his message.”
Murphy has been nominated for three Grammys for Best Gospel Album and has hits such as “Praise Is What I Do” and “Everstanding God.”
+ Writers based in New York Tatiana Tenreyro And Michael Tedder have launched a new music publication called ANTICS. Their first September issue featured indie rock band This Is Lorelei on the cover, while their second touted Pom Pom Squad.
“The talent Tatiana has assembled has been impressive,” Tedder said in an email. “Our designer Frank J. Mondragón created a look halfway between classic Raygun and an 80s zine, an inspired choice. Beverly Bryan expertly helped guide the ship for our first two issues, and we were lucky enough to have legendary guest Suzy Exposito for the first issue.
Contributors include Rachel Brodsky, Erica Campbell, Eli Enis, Stefanie Fernández, Grace Robins-Somerville, Zach Schonfeld, Gary Suarez and more. The magazine is available online and in select New York bookstores.
+ The Dennis Bono Show announced its 25th anniversary celebration on February 6.
Created and hosted by Bono, the weekly radio show is produced in front of a live audience at Michael Gaughan’s South Point Hotel, Casino and Spa. Guests included Paul Anka, Frankie Avalon, Charo, Chicago, Tony Curtis, Robert Goulet, Shecky Greene, Steve Lawrence, Jerry Lewis, Rich Little, Deana Martin, Wayne Newton, Debbie Reynolds and Mickey Rooney, to name a few a few.
The Dennis Bono Show airs Sundays in Las Vegas on KXNT 840 AM at 3 p.m. and KJUL 104.7 FM at 9 p.m. To be part of the live studio audience for any taping of The Dennis Bono Show, including the 25th anniversary edition on February 6, guests can call the South Point Hotel and Casino box office.
Monday January 13
MetallicIt is It’s all in my hands The foundation is awarding $500,000 to Los Angeles fire relief efforts led by the California Community Foundation’s Wildfire Recovery Fund and the Pasadena Community Foundation’s Eaton Canyon Fire Relief and Recovery Fund.
The Los Angeles wildfire zone has caused widespread destruction in communities across the city since January 7. Despite progress in containment over the weekend, officials are warning residents to remain vigilant as Santa Ana winds are expected to return.
The California Community Foundation (CCF) uses partnerships with community organizations and government agencies while using CalFire data and the CDC Social Vulnerability Index to prioritize underserved communities. It also helps rebuild critical infrastructure such as emergency communications systems and provides financial disaster assistance, labor law training, and immigration services to low-wage workers and immigrant families. .
The Pasadena Community Foundation (PCF) established the Eaton Canyon Fire Relief and Recovery Fund. The fund will support immediate needs and critical long-term recovery efforts once the fires are extinguished and the community engages in the task of rebuilding.
+ Sonos Inc.It is Patrick Spence leaves the company after eight years as general manager.
The audio technology company called on Tom Conradboard member and former executive of Snap Inc. and Pandora, as interim CEO effective Monday. According to a report from BloombergSonos confirmed that Spence’s departure is not related to the company’s first-quarter financial results, which will be announced in February.
+ Youssef Chellak was appointed general manager of Warner Music Belgium (WMG)with immediate effect.
Chellak will be based in WMG’s Brussels office and report to Niels Walboomers, President of Recorded Music and Publishing at WMG Benelux. He will focus on building Warner Music Belgium’s national roster, developing innovative collaborations with commercial partners and growing the most culturally curious team in the local music industry.
Chellak said: “I am very excited to join the Warner Music team, which thrives on a culture of entrepreneurship. Our music-focused approach, powered by the latest digital tools, will allow us to support Belgian artists and build innovative and sustainable commercial partnerships. I am committed to doing everything I can to contribute to the development of the thriving music scene we have here in Belgium.
Walboomers added: “We are delighted to welcome Youssef to Warner Music Benelux. His proven experience, culturally curious approach and inspiring vision of the local music industry make him the ideal fit to lead our Belgian team. I am confident that it will create an inspiring environment where local artists, emerging as the voices of their generation, can collaborate, excel and reach their full creative potential.