Category Archives: Billboard.biz

My Contributor Pages at Billboard and Fuse.tv

Posted on February 13, 2013 by jeffbenjamin

This site would be inundated with posts if I included all the work I get to do at Fuse and Billboard each week. Now, I will use this site for news, have my contact information and highlight exciting projects. Currently, … Continue reading →

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iHeartRadio Music Fest Sells Out in Less Than Ten Minutes…Again — Billboard.biz

Posted on July 16, 2012 by jeffbenjamin

After being reached out to the media company representing Clear Channel, I reported on the the iHeartRadio Music Festival selling out in less than ten minutes once again. I had recalled an article I wrote last summer about the inaugural fest (here) … Continue reading →

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MTV O Music Awards: Recapping 23 Awards In 24 Hours As The Flaming Lips Break A World Record — Billboard.biz

Posted on June 29, 2012 by jeffbenjamin

My report on the third installment of the MTV O Music Awards which were created as a unique way to award those innovators in the world of music technology. This show had a lot to cover during its 24-hour livestream … Continue reading →

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Troy Carter Talks Lady Gaga in Asia, Social Media, Investing In Tech at Music Matters Conference — Billboard.biz

Posted on June 21, 2012 by jeffbenjamin

My feature on Lady Gaga’s manager Troy Carter who was the keynote interview at the Music Matters Conference in Singapore. In my write-up of the great interview, I focused on what he said about artists in Asian territories, social media, … Continue reading →

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Google Play, Amazon Selling Select Digital Albums for 25 Cents — Billboard.biz

Posted on March 9, 2012 by jeffbenjamin

A story I pitched for Billboard.biz that the site’s editor, Jem Aswad, told me was a great find and that he was upset that no staffed writer saw it. I’m very interested in the digital music market and the different … Continue reading →

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Skylar Grey Talks Joni Mitchell, Trent Reznor, Appalachian Dulcimer at NYC Showcase — Billboard.biz

Posted on December 14, 2011 by jeffbenjamin

My “Backbeat” feature for Billboard.biz on an industry-only Skylar Grey showcase. After the show I was the only reporter allowed to talk to her and we spoke about where her career stands, her “money team,” influences, and what she was … Continue reading →

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Frankmusik Talks Enrique Iglesias, Cherrytree Records Backstage @ Erasure’s NYC Show — Billboard.biz

Posted on September 27, 2011 by jeffbenjamin

My Billboard.biz “Backbeat” feature on pop singer Frankmusik who was touring with Erasure on the American stops of their world tour. His sophomore album “Do It In The AM” was released the day the article was published (Sept. 27). We … Continue reading →

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