Archive - ZOGBLOG by Zack O'Malley Greenburg

Taylor Swift And The Live Music Slump

Halfway through 2025, touring numbers are down industrywide—and the decline is even steeper when you properly account for music's biggest superstar.

Jun 17 •

Zack O’Malley Greenburg

May 2025

What Would Jay-Z Do: Argue With Fools

Though he once offered lyrical advice to the contrary, Jay-Z sparred with various individuals amid his ascent—and watched several icons foolishly bestow…

May 31 •

Zack O’Malley Greenburg

April 2025

A Coda For My Musical Mentor

My uncle James O’Malley passed away late last month. Were it not for him, I might not have discovered music beyond "Jock Jams"—or become who I am today.

Apr 30 •

Zack O’Malley Greenburg

March 2025

Introducing "What Would Jay-Z Do?"

My new Substack series will dissect the billionaire mogul's most consequential decisions—revealing a blueprint that readers can use in their own lives.

Mar 5 •

Zack O’Malley Greenburg

February 2025

Diddy's Diminished Net Worth

The disgraced former billionaire is in jail awaiting trial. Though his empire is crumbling, he's still worth $300 million. Here's the breakdown.

Feb 21 •

Zack O’Malley Greenburg

Music Streaming Surprises

I dove into the numbers of the past year—and beyond—to find the biggest shocks atop the charts.

Feb 11 •

Zack O’Malley Greenburg

January 2025

Best Bets For Grammy Glory 2025

Oddmakers are predicting another sweep for pop divas on music's biggest night—but nothing for Taylor Swift. As usual, I've got predictions of my own.

Jan 31 •

Zack O’Malley Greenburg

LA Fire Relief: How To Help

The entertainment industry has largely paused amid the worst wildfires in recent memory. Here are some ways to help—or find help.

Jan 16 •

Zack O’Malley Greenburg

December 2024

Music's Winners & Losers Of 2024

Five categories, five champs, five chumps.

Dec 24, 2024 •

Zack O’Malley Greenburg

November 2024

The Zogblog Holiday Sale

There are plenty of deals to be had, even after Black Friday—including right here.

Nov 30, 2024 •

Zack O’Malley Greenburg

Jay-Z's NFL Endgame

The mogul's Roc Nation firm recently re-upped its deal to produce the Super Bowl Halftime Show. The arrangement is about a lot more than money.

Nov 18, 2024 •

Zack O’Malley Greenburg

Michael Jackson's Lifetime Earnings

The Halloween icon's career earnings are scary-high, especially when adjusted for inflation.

Nov 1, 2024 •

Zack O’Malley Greenburg

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