New Hot 107.9 Lineup/Philly
HOT 107.9 Philadelphia announces Sarah O'Connor as new Program Director and unveils full DJ lineup including Q Deezy's return to Philly radio....
Year : 2011
Tavis Smiley Series on America’s Poverty Crisis
Tavis Smiley launches special programming addressing America's poverty crisis, featuring his nationwide bus tour with Cornel West. The series airs on PBS and radio, highlighting...
Frank Ski Restaurant Pics
WVEE morning show star Frank Ski ventures into the restaurant business, showcasing how radio personalities can diversify beyond broadcasting careers....
Tyrese Wrongly Removed from Delaware Radio Station
Tyrese was removed from Delaware's KISS 101.7 after criticizing liquor stores near schools on-air. Station owner Tony Q claims the singer used airtime improperly to...
Vesta William’s Funeral Info
Funeral services for R&B singer Vesta Williams were held at West Angeles Church of God in Christ in Los Angeles on October 4, 2011 at...
Jennifer Hudson Looks Great Opening Weight Watchers
Jennifer Hudson opens her own Weight Watchers center in Chicago, showcasing her amazing weight loss transformation. The move capitalizes on her success....
On-Air Talent Releases Book Series on Urban Radio
On-air personality Marcus Chapman releases Sex Time And Radio book series, offering an inside look at Black radio in the '90s and 2000s with celebrity...
Michael Baisden Launches $3M Arts Foundation Campaign
Michael Baisden launches $3 million capital campaign for Mama Foundation for the Arts' new building. The radio host will judge Gospel for Teens auditions and...
Michael Baisden Launches $3M Arts Foundation Campaign
Radio host Michael Baisden launches a $3 million capital campaign for Mama Foundation for the Arts' new building. The foundation's Gospel for Teens program needs...
EMI bidders told to make best offer by Oct. 5
Citigroup has set October 5 as the deadline for final bids on EMI Music, with Warner, Universal, Sony and others competing for the British music...
WHAT? Special Ed???
Exploring the origins of rapper Special Ed's name and his impact on 90s hip-hop culture. A look back at the Brooklyn MC's career and stage...
Universal Music Picks MediaCom for Consolidated U.S. Biz
Universal Music Group selected MediaCom as its U.S. agency of record with a $30-40 million budget, nearly doubling its marketing spend from 2010....
I Heart Radio Vegas: Gaga, Sting, J. Lo & More
Star-studded I Heart Radio festival at MGM Grand featured Lady Gaga, Sting, Jennifer Lopez, Usher, and Nicki Minaj promoting Clear Channel's new mobile app....
Superstar Sly Stone Broke, Destitute and Homeless
Sly Stone, 70-year-old music legend and former radio DJ, is reportedly living homeless in a van in Los Angeles, struggling with decades of drug problems....
Was this Vesta’s Last Performance? (vid)
Vesta Williams performed at The Autumn Jazz Explosion in Portsmouth, VA on September 17, 2011, just days before her death. The performance featured her song...
GQ Riley New PD at KXHT
GQ Riley has been named the new Program Director at KXHT Hot 107.1 in Memphis for Flinn Broadcasting, starting in October after his recent role...
Def Jam Co-Founders Rick Rubin & Russell Simmons Speak
Def Jam co-founders Rick Rubin and Russell Simmons make rare joint appearance at NYC library to celebrate 25 years of the iconic hip-hop label....
Singer Vesta Williams Dies
R&B singer Vesta Williams died at age 53 in a hotel room. Authorities found prescription bottles and suspect accidental overdose or suicide pending toxicology reports....
Johnny Gill at the GRAMMY Museum
Johnny Gill discussed his first album in 16 years, Still Winning, at the GRAMMY Museum. He performed new tracks and was joined by Ralph Tresvant...
Tiffany Monique’s New Single After Major Weight Loss
Tiffany Monique, known as one of Beyonc�'s background vocalists, releases inspiring new single 'I Feel A Spark' after losing nearly 90 pounds....
Epic Records Signs Outkast and Ciara
LA Reid signs Outkast and Ciara to Epic Records as he rebuilds the label's roster. Both artists have previous history working with Reid....
Mathew Knowles’ Music World Holds Two Top 5 Positions
Music World Gospel holds two Top 5 positions on Billboard's Gospel chart with Le'Andria Johnson's debut at #1 and Trin-i-tee 5:7 at #5....
Pitbull Strolls into a Barbershop and Attacks (vid)
Pitbull was involved in an altercation at a Providence, Rhode Island barbershop. Video footage captures the incident as it unfolds....