Welcome to this enlightening retrospective, where we delve into the illustrious career of Skip Dillard, the respected programmer of WBLS and WLIB, and his invaluable contributions to the radio industry. This post will take you to an interview conducted in 2023, where Skip shared his thoughts on the evolving trends in the industry, his strategies for programming success, and his views on industry trades. We also express our gratitude to WBLS vet Radio DJ, Shaila Simpson, for their tremendous support to TheIndustry.biz. So, sit ” target=”_blank”> and let’s take a trip down memory lane while appreciating the journey of these industry stalwarts.
Skip Dillard: A Respected Figure in the Radio Industry
WBLS’s Skip Dillard (WBLS and WLIB) is one of the most respected programmers in the and one of our favorite programmers. Currently he programs the only station in the Number 1 market.. New York.. WBLS is an Urban Adult station that, as of 2023, has no head-on competitor in the market. Skip has reinvented himself several times over the years becoming skillful in various aspects of the industry machine. Dillard programmed WBLK in Buffalo for several years then went on to Program in San Francisco as well as DC and he even held down the Black editor position at Billboard magazine for a while.
Support from WBLS midday talent
At this time we’d also like to thank the station for the support TheIndustry.biz has gotten over the air from the midday talent at WBLS vet Radio DJ Shaila Simpson. She went to Buff State college at the same time as I did and we both got our first radio break from the late great Byron Pitts. Hello to the entire staff at BLS. TheIndustry.biz conducted a Quick 5 interview with Dillard in 2023.
Quick 5 with Skip Dillard
Enjoy the insightful discussion… (click “Next” above or below story for each question)
In the 2023 interview, Skip shares his perspectives on several topics, discussing the importance of finding a ‘lane’ in radio programming, how programmers can market themselves in a corporate climate, the relevance of industry trades, and his prediction for the radio industry three years hence.
As we wrap up this retrospective, we not only appreciate the insights shared by Skip Dillard but also acknowledge the contributions of several other programmers who have significant impacts in the industry. We look forward to seeing more of their innovative ideas shape the future of radio.
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