Category : Radio
News, history, and coverage of the radio broadcasting industry, stations, and on-air personalities.
Don Cannon Named New Vice President of A&R for Def Jam
DJ Don Cannon has been appointed Vice President of A&R for Def Jam Records, working from Atlanta. The music executive expressed excitement about joining what...
DJ CHUCK T RENAMES JULY 4TH TO “INDEPENDENT’S DAY”
DJ Chuck T dropped seven mixtapes from Southeast indie artists on July 4th, renaming the holiday 'Independent's Day' to celebrate music independence....
Interview with DJ CEO Latenightrecordpool.com
Interview with Darin 'CEO' Glow, owner of Late Night Record Pool, discussing how digital record pools have revolutionized music access for DJs and radio....
SUNDAY BEST Season 6: More Show-Stopping Performances
SUNDAY BEST returns for season six with Kirk Franklin hosting and judges Donnie McClurkin, Yolanda Adams, and CeCe Winans. Guest performers include Chaka Khan, Fantasia,...
2013 Detroit Jazz Festival World-Class Lineup
The 34th annual Detroit Jazz Festival announces its world-class 2013 lineup featuring Ahmad Jamal, McCoy Tyner, Robert Glasper and more. The world's largest free jazz...
“The Evolution Of Mixshow” By DJ Creativity
Radio mixshows have transformed dramatically since the 1980s, evolving from vinyl-based live shows that broke independent hip hop records to today's digital, pre-recorded formats....
Rashan Ali Celebrates Children’s Book Launch
Streetz 94.5's Rashan Ali launched her debut children's book 'Piper Sky's Pink Popsicle Shoes' at Atlanta's Greenbriar Mall. The community event drew 100+ families celebrating...
Rapper Beaten and Robbed in Broad Daylight (vid)
Chicago rapper Dj Nate, creator of hit song 'Gucci Goggles,' was robbed and beaten in broad daylight in an incident caught on video....
Heat Spinner DJs Hot Pick Mz. Nicky
Cincinnati rapper Mz. Nicky, inspired by Mia X, rises through the male-dominated hip-hop scene with hits like 'This Weekend' and 'Caked Up.'...
Baldwin Hills Crenshaw to Host Independence Day Extravaganza
Alexander O'Neal and Cherelle will perform their classic hits including 'Saturday Love' at a free Independence Day concert at Baldwin Hills Crenshaw on June 30th....
J Cole Talks about KMEL Incident and more on Power 105
J Cole opens up about the controversial KMEL incident and discusses his career journey in an exclusive Power 105 interview with candid revelations....
Pandora Acquires KXMZ-FM to Cut Songwriter Licensing Costs
Pandora purchased radio station KXMZ-FM in South Dakota to reduce songwriter licensing costs, despite paying minimal royalties to creators....
DJ Sal (Mixer / On-Air Personality)
DJ Sal is a skilled turntablist and radio personality who perfected his craft in Norfolk, VA during the early 90s. He currently hosts on 99.5...
Guess Who These Vintage Urban Radio People Are Win Gift Card
Test your knowledge of legendary Black radio DJs from stations like WUFO Buffalo. Identify vintage urban radio personalities and win a $50 gift card....
Jimmy Kimmel Live! & MySpace Concert Series
Jimmy Kimmel Live! partners with Myspace to launch a new concert series featuring extended HD livestreamed performances. Empire of the Sun kicks off the series...
CBS Radio Under the Dome Companion Series
CBS Radio launches exclusive streaming station for 'Under the Dome' TV series featuring character playlists, Stephen King interviews, and weekly episode recaps....
Jay-Z Does it Again
Jay-Z announced his album Magna Carta Holy Grail during NBA Finals Game 5 via Samsung commercial. First million Galaxy users get the album free July...
Robin Thicke Announces Sixth Studio Album Blurred Lines
Robin Thicke announces his sixth studio album Blurred Lines, debuting July 30th. The title track featuring Pharrell and T.I. hits #1 on Billboard Hot 100....
DJ Kode Wred
DJ Kode Wred has been grinding as a DJ and turntablist since 1985, serving 11 years at WAMO 106 and continuing to supply mixes for...
Questlove: Current Music Like Minstrel Show
The Roots drummer and Tonight Show bandleader ?uestlove made controversial comparisons about today's music industry during his Shade 45 interview....
Radio Reaches 242.5M Weekly: RADAR June 2013
Radio reaches 242.5 million people weekly according to RADAR June 2013 report, with Hispanic audience gains of 492,000 listeners and steady Black audience engagement....
BET Networks’ Top Four Sitcoms Among African Americans
BET Networks dominates African American television with four top sitcoms, led by The Game as #1 among women 18-49. The network announces four new pilots...
RadioShack & Muve Music Present Fantasia
R&B star Fantasia held a meet and greet at Manhattan RadioShack to celebrate her album Side Effects of You being featured on Muve Music streaming...
J Cole Tour Dates
Get the latest J Cole tour dates and concert information. Find out when the Grammy-nominated rapper is performing in your city....