Category : Radio
News, history, and coverage of the radio broadcasting industry, stations, and on-air personalities.
Byron Allen Interested in Buying TV One, Radio One as Bonus?
Byron Allen is reportedly interested in acquiring TV One following his recent Comcast settlement, with Radio One potentially included as leverage in the deal....
DJ Cassidy Threw the Best Online Party with Pass The Mic
DJ Cassidy created 'Pass The Mic,' an innovative Instagram Live party featuring classic R&B and funk legends during quarantine, drawing 25,000 viewers....
iHeartMedia Philadelphia and Philadelphia Union Announce FOX
iHeartMedia Philadelphia announces FOX Sports Radio The Gambler as the official broadcast partner of Philadelphia Union soccer team, beginning with live coverage in July 2020....
Beasley Media Group-Detroit: Operations Manager
Beasley Media Group-Detroit seeks experienced Operations Manager to oversee legendary stations WRIF, WCSX, WMGC, and WDMK. Position requires 5+ years programming experience....
Fauci Joins Dr. Marc Siegel on SiriusXM Doctor Radio Reports
Dr. Anthony Fauci discussed COVID-19 vaccine development, school reopenings, and potential lockdowns on SiriusXM Doctor Radio Reports with Dr. Marc Siegel....
Entercom Selling Urban Stations to iHeart?
Industry speculation suggests iHeart may be eyeing Entercom's urban stations, particularly Atlanta's V-103, to expand presence in Black radio markets....
Alumna Shares WWII Lincoln Pilot Program Stories
An alumna will share stories from WWII's Lincoln pilot training program. The event has been rescheduled to accommodate more attendees interested in this historic aviation...
Ads Deadline: Digital & Radio Facts 25th Anniversary
Radio Facts is celebrating 25 years with a special magazine dedicated to Black culture. Advertisement deadline is July 10 - contact Kevin Ross for details....
B-Dub Radio Saturday Night Launches
B-Dub Radio Saturday Night launches July 4, 2020 with Skyview Networks, featuring LoCash in a virtual kickoff party. The rebranded show expands to new affiliates....
Hughley Admits Spreading COVID to Radio Staff
D.L. Hughley admits he spread COVID-19 to his radio show staff and co-hosts in TMZ interview. The comedian discusses the outbreak among his team....
iHeartMedia Backs Black Information Network, Names President
iHeartMedia launches BIN: Black Information Network, the first 24/7 national news service for the Black community with Tony Coles as president....
Sheryl Underwood Radio Celebrates Its 500th Radio Affiliate
Sheryl Underwood Radio reaches 500th affiliate milestone, broadcasting across 20 countries since 2013. The network amplifies Black media voices....
iHeartMedia Launches Summer Camp With The Stars for Kids Fun
iHeartMedia launches Summer Camp With The Stars, a virtual summer camp series featuring music stars as counselors. Backstreet Boys' AJ McLean kicks off the program....
Better Choice Co. Partners with iHeartMedia for Animals
Better Choice Company partners with iHeartMedia to donate $200,000 in funds and products to animal shelters affected by COVID-19 pandemic nationwide....
iHeartRadio Concerts For The
iHeartMedia and Ally launch virtual concert series featuring Andy Grammer and Aloe Blacc to benefit United Way and Musicians On Call. The concerts support healthcare...
iHeartMedia CEO Bob Pittman and
iHeartMedia CEO Bob Pittman and CFO Rich Bressler will present at J.P. Morgan's 48th Annual Tech Conference on May 13, 2020, discussing the audio giant's...
iHeartCountry 4th of July BBQ on The CW
iHeartMedia announces 'iHeartCountry 4th of July BBQ' airing July 3 on The CW, featuring Kane Brown, Lauren Alaina, and Old Dominion performing from home....
iHeartMedia Q1 2020 Results on May 7
iHeartMedia announces it will release Q1 2020 financial results on May 7, 2020, followed by an investor conference call at 4:30 PM ET....
iHeartRadio & Diversion Launch Dream Team Tapes
iHeartRadio and Diversion Podcasts launch The Dream Team Tapes featuring never-before-heard audio from Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, and other 1992 Olympic legends....
iHeartRadio Small Business Crisis Resource
iHeartMedia launches Small Business Crisis Resource to help local businesses find COVID-19 stimulus loans, grants, and vital information during the pandemic....
iHeartMedia, Inc. Reports Results for 2020 First Quarter
iHeartMedia reports Q1 2020 results showing revenue decline due to COVID-19 pandemic, while digital and podcasting segments grew 22% and 80% respectively....
iHeartMedia SmartAudio Covid Recovery Program
iHeartMedia launches SmartAudio COVID Recovery Program to help brands reconnect with customers using data-driven radio and digital advertising solutions....
iHeartMedia Atlanta Names Chris Jones SVP Sales
iHeartMedia Atlanta promotes Chris Jones to Senior Vice President of Sales, overseeing all sales operations across six stations and digital platforms in the Atlanta market....
Gail Mitchell, KJLH Radio and Dick Griffey Honored
Black Business Association honors Gail Mitchell, KJLH Radio, and Solar Records founder Dick Griffey in virtual salute celebrating African-American music industry contributions....
iHeartMedia and Vice Announce Investigative Series
iHeartMedia and VICE Media announce 'VICE News Reports,' a new weekly investigative podcast series launching fall 2023. The show will feature in-depth global reporting on...