Sam Cooke’s 1964 Death: a Cold Case?
Sam Cooke's 1964 murder at age 33 remains controversial, with new details emerging about the night he died at a Los Angeles motel after meeting...
Author : Kevin Ross
Isaac Hayes III on Fan Communities and Digital Platforms
Isaac Hayes III raises $6 million for Fanbase, a new social platform giving users their own subscriber base. He utilized the Jobs Act for crowdfunding....
Cathy Hughes on Building Urban One and Media Leadership
Cathy Hughes, the first Black woman to own a publicly-traded company, shares insights on building Urban One and her journey in media leadership....
New Voices and Emerging Talent in Radio Broadcasting
RadioFacts spotlights rising stars in radio broadcasting, featuring DJ Louie V, Arthur Willis, Paris Nicole, and other emerging talents shaping urban radio's future....
Top 12 Best Black Female Singers of All Time
RadioFacts ranks the top 12 best black female singers of all time, featuring Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, and other legendary vocalists who shaped R&B and...
Dion Summers: Programming and Talent Development
SiriusXM VP Dion Summers shares his journey from commercial radio to satellite programming, discussing talent development and running eight urban stations....
Charlamagne Tha God on Radio, Podcast and TV Strategy
Charlamagne Tha God discusses his media empire expansion, including Comedy Central's Tha God's Honest Truth and The Black Effect Podcast Network strategy....
8 Things That Will Change After Self-Quarantine
Self-quarantine is forcing people to reevaluate their lives, careers, and relationships. Major changes expected include remote work shifts, relocations from big cities, and new health...
Angela Yee: Career Profile and Industry Interview
Angela Yee's rise from Brooklyn to The Breakfast Club host began with her break on Eminem's Shade 45 channel, leading to her own hit show...
Frank Ski: Career Retrospective Interview (Video)
Frank Ski discusses his multifaceted career as radio host, producer, and philanthropist in exclusive interview with Jasmine Sanders. The media icon covers his Sony/ATV deal,...
Kirk Franklin’s Heated Exchange with Son Sparks Online Buzz
Gospel star Kirk Franklin faces online backlash after son Kerrion posted audio of heated phone exchange. The 32-year-old son shared private conversation sparking debate....
Billie Holiday’s Legacy: Risks of Speaking for Jazz
Billie Holiday faced persecution by Federal Bureau of Narcotics for singing 'Strange Fruit,' highlighting the risks Black artists took when speaking out against injustice....
The Rise of KCRW and NPR Stations’ Appeal
KCRW and NPR stations are gaining popularity by offering programming freedom that commercial radio lacks, featuring diverse shows like Tiny Desk Concert and Morning Becomes...
Frank Ski and Nina Brown Discuss V103 Exit and WHUR Plans
Frank Ski and Nina Brown discuss their departure from V103 and reveal exciting plans for their upcoming WHUR radio show in Washington DC....
Entrepreneur Celebrates 25 Years, Shares Insights
Radio Facts founder Kevin Ross celebrates 25 years as an entrepreneur, sharing insights about Black-owned businesses and his early music industry career at Urban Network...
Iconic 45 Record Label Designs Through Time
A nostalgic journey through iconic 45 record label designs from music's golden era. Features classic labels like Motown and explores the lost art of record...
Arnold Schwarzenegger Shares Statue Photo
Arnold Schwarzenegger shared a powerful photo sleeping under his own statue after a hotel refused his promised free room. The former governor's message about fame...
92.3 The Beat: Early 90s Radio with Dark History
KKBT 92.3 'The Beat' was LA's premier urban station in the early 90s, but faced serious issues with racism against Black male employees despite playing...
RIP Gary Jackson (Urban Network, HITS and BRE Magazine)
Gary Jackson, veteran music industry executive known for his work with Urban Network, HITS and BRE Magazine, has passed away. He was a key figure...
Sheila Eldridge Chats with Radio Facts
Sheila Eldridge, CEO of Miles Ahead Broadcasting and mentee of Cathy Hughes, shares insights on her 25+ year career in broadcasting and entertainment....
Michael Baisden Returns to Radio
Radio host Michael Baisden celebrates his successful return to radio after a 4-year break, growing his fanbase from 200K to 4M through strategic social media....
Angela Watson on Programming and Leadership at iHeartRadio
Angela Watson 'Uptown Angela' serves as SVP of Programming for iHeartRadio's WQUE Q93 in New Orleans, overseeing eight radio stations in our Women of Color...
Tony Gray Reflects on Longevity in Radio
Radio legend Tony Gray receives Jerry Boulding Radio Executive Award at Living Legends Foundation's 25th anniversary. His firm Gray Communications has been a leading urban...
Michael Baisden on Life and Work After Daily Radio
Radio host Michael Baisden shares his perspective on life after his daily radio show ends, emphasizing financial planning and standing by principles....