Tom Joyner Tribute to Doug Banks
Tom Joyner pays heartfelt tribute to late radio legend Doug Banks, calling him his 'other brother' and reflecting on their impact on urban radio....
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Industry Vet Doug Banks Dies
Veteran radio personality and syndicated host Doug Banks has died after battling diabetes for many years. The beloved Chicago radio legend worked at stations like...
Radio StationLooking for PM Driver
Major urban AC radio station seeks PM drive host with personality and community engagement skills. Great opportunity at #1 market station....
Industry Vet Lyor Cohen Recovering in Hospital
Music industry veteran Lyor Cohen, 56, is recovering after suffering a life-threatening pulmonary embolism. The executive credited his son and friend for saving his life....
HOT 97 SUMMER JAM #SUMMERJAM STADIUM STAGE ANNOUNCED!
HOT 97 Summer Jam announces stadium stage lineup featuring Big Sean, Pusha T, DJ Khaled, A$AP Rocky, Bryson Tiller, Young Thug and more at MetLife...
Sony Pictures and Nas Launch Ghostbusters Fashion Collection
Sony Pictures teams up with hip-hop icon Nas for an exclusive Ghostbusters fashion collection featuring streetwear, footwear, and accessories from premium brands....
Atlanta R&B/Hip-Hop Stars Shine at BMI Urban Showcase
BMI's Urban Showcase in Atlanta featured performances by EarthGang, Jacquees, and Elhae, with Empire's Bre-Z hosting and a producer battle between Zaytoven and Drumma Boy....
ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY – December 16
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story hits theaters December 16, 2016. The film tells the story of rebels who steal Death Star plans before A...
BMI Honors Taylor Swift at Pop Awards
BMI honors Taylor Swift with the first-ever award bearing her name at the 64th Annual BMI Pop Awards. Only the second time in BMI's 76-year...
Leon Haywood Remembered: Interview with His Daughter
Leon Haywood, creator of the 1975 hit 'I Want'a Do Something Freaky to You' sampled by Dr. Dre, has passed away at 75 after battling...
Nelson: VOD Viewers Accept Ads for Free Content
New research shows 59% of video-on-demand viewers don't mind watching ads for free content, with North Americans most willing at 68% to trade attention for...
NAB Show’s Creative Master Series: Film & VR
NAB Show's Creative Master Series features exclusive behind-the-scenes access to blockbuster films and VR innovation from industry leaders....
Roku Unveils New Streaming Stick with Enhanced Power
Roku unveils new Streaming Stick with quad-core processor offering 8X more power than previous models. Features private listening via mobile app and costs $59.99....
American Dream: Are Kids Better Off Than Parents?
New poll reveals 53% of Americans believe the middle class is dead, though 69% still think the American Dream is attainable. Significant racial differences emerge...
Radio & Pureplays: Keeping Our Ad Dollars
Industry webinar reveals how radio stations can compete with streaming pureplays like Pandora for advertising dollars and reclaim lost revenue streams....
HOT 97 SUMMER JAM FESTIVAL STAGE ANNOUNCED
HOT 97 announces Festival Stage lineup for Summer Jam 2016 at MetLife Stadium featuring Chance the Rapper, Tory Lanez, Curren$y, and more on June 5th....
CSUN Research Session on Black Identity in Media
CSUN hosts research session examining harmful Black stereotypes in media. Students explore jezebel, sapphire, and thug representations in hip-hop and television....
Keke Palmer Receives NAB Television Chairman’s Award
Actress and singer Keke Palmer will receive the 2016 NAB Television Chairman's Award in April. The multi-talented star broke barriers as the youngest talk show...
Congrats to RCA on Zayn’s #1
Former One Direction member Zayn's solo debut 'Mind of Mine' hits #1 on Billboard 200. K. Michelle's 'More Issues than Vogue' debuts at #2....
Steve Harvey Show Still Struggling With Buffalo Listeners
Buffalo radio listeners continue to resist Steve Harvey's morning show weeks after it replaced Tom Joyner, with a petition nearing 600 signatures....
Al Payne Takes over PD Duties in Louisville
Al Payne has been named Program Director for B-96.5, Old School 105.1 and Magic 101.3 in Louisville, KY under Alpha Media, bringing major market experience....
Ryan Wilson Opens Private Club for Atlanta Entrepreneurs
Atlanta attorney Ryan Wilson opened The Gathering Spot, a successful private members-only club for black professionals and entrepreneurs. The innovative workspace raised $3 million in...
MICROSOFT LAUNCH ANNOUNCEMENT: MUSIC X TECHNOLOGY
Microsoft launches Music x Technology platform featuring interactive portraits of artists like Neon Indian and Phantogram, showcasing how technology transforms music creation and performance experiences....
Mayweather’s Advice to Broner: Great Music & Radio Tips
Floyd Mayweather shares valuable career advice with Adrien Broner that applies perfectly to the music industry. His wisdom about success beyond peak career years resonates...
The Art of Organized Noise: Music Industry Insights
Netflix documentary 'The Art of Organized Noise' reveals the untold story of Rico Wade and the legendary production team behind OutKast, TLC, and Goodie Mob...