Skip Dillard, WBLS and WLIB OM, on Programming Discipline
Skip Dillard, Operations Manager of legendary NYC stations WBLS and WLIB, shares his programming philosophy and career insights spanning multiple markets and formats.
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Joshua “J1” Raiford on Pandora and SiriusXM Strategy
Joshua J1 Raiford, VP of Music Programming at Pandora and Program Director of SiriusXM Pandora Now, shares his 20-year journey from radio intern to streaming
Lucky Daye Talks Candy Drip, R&B’s Future, and Icon Status
R&B singer Lucky Daye discusses his upcoming album Candy Drip, collaborations with Babyface and Earth Wind & Fire, and his unique musical perspective.
Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis on Prince and Career Legacy
Legendary production duo Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis discuss their iconic career spanning 30+ years, from working with Prince to producing hits for Janet Jackson
ATL Homicide’s David Quinn Talks about Background of the Show
David Quinn served as a real life police officer in some of the most challenging neighborhoods in Atlanta. As a homicide detective he has witnessed
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.
Maren Morris on Country Music’s Political Divide
Country star Maren Morris speaks out against Trump supporters in viral TikTok, addressing the political divide affecting her career and the country music industry.
Willie Col�n: A Salsa Icon’s Farewell
Willie Col�n, legendary salsa trombonist known as the 'architect of urban salsa,' passed away at age 75. His collaborations with Hector Lavoe created iconic tracks
Kelly Sutton Joins ‘American Idol’ as Tastemaker
Nashville broadcaster Kelly Sutton joins American Idol as a music industry tastemaker, evaluating top 30 contestants alongside judges Carrie Underwood and Luke Bryan on March
Women in Music: Miami’s Female Artists
Miami's female artists Ana Paz, Melvys, and Maeve McMahon discuss the ongoing challenges women face in music, where they represent only 19% of songwriters.
SZA Voices Concerns Over AI’s Impact on Black Music
SZA expresses concerns about AI's impact on Black music, calling it a 'war' against technology that disproportionately affects her community and creates stereotypical music.
The iPod: A Revolutionary Leap in Music Consumption
The Apple iPod, released in October 2001, revolutionized music consumption with its 5GB storage and iTunes integration. It transformed how people listened to music.
Apple Music AI Transparency Tags
Apple Music introduces Transparency Tags allowing labels to indicate AI-generated content in songs, artwork, and videos. The optional system aims to address authenticity concerns as
Alysa Liu: Bridging Figure Skating and Music Stardom
Olympic figure skating champion Alysa Liu is making waves in the music world with her viral performances set to tracks by Donna Summer, Laufey, and
Gen Z Reclaims Music Ownership Through CDs
Gen Z is abandoning streaming platforms like Spotify to rediscover CDs and iPods, seeking music ownership and permanence in digital culture.
Key Streaming Stocks to Monitor in Today’s Market
Seven key streaming stocks including Spotify, Roku, and Tencent Music are generating significant trading volume and investor interest in today's market.
Radio Begums Role in Empowering Voices in Afghanistans Media
Radio Begum, founded by Hamida Anan in March 2021, operates as Afghanistan's unique women-led radio station with 30 female staff members broadcasting educational content and
Reggae Community Pays Tribute to Lazah Current’s Legacy
Jamaican/Canadian reggae artist Lazah Current, former member of Juno Award-winning band Messenjah, passed away at his Jamaica home on March 4, 2026. The roots reggae
Hip Hops Role in Social Activism: Genuine Voices or Performative?
In today’s world, activism has reached unprecedented levels of visibility, largely fueled by social media platforms where viral hashtags and celebrity statements can capture the
Analyst Downgrade Sparks Concerns for Tencent Music’s Future
Macquarie downgrades Tencent Music from Outperform to Neutral amid regulatory concerns. Despite challenges, the company raises dividend to $0.1746 per share.
Software Shields Artists from AI Cloning Threats
New software My Music My Choice (MMMC) protects artists from AI cloning by making subtle audio changes that confuse AI algorithms while remaining undetectable to
Bennie Cloud: The New Wave of Independent Hip Hop
Bennie Cloud is reshaping independent hip hop by fusing rap, R&B, and personal storytelling. His innovative sound and creative autonomy showcase the new wave of
Nick Da Kid Makes Big Radio Move After Over a Decade
Nick Da Kid announces his departure from Foxie 105 after 11 years, leaving behind a successful afternoon drive show that topped Columbus, GA market ratings.
Ella Langley on Eric Church’s Music Career Wisdom
Ella Langley shares invaluable career advice from Eric Church after opening for his Free The Machine Tour. Church emphasized focusing on music over industry chaos.
Aubrey Logan to Share Expertise at Loyola’s Jazz Festival
Renowned trombonist and vocalist Aubrey Logan will perform and lead free workshops at Loyola's 56th Annual Jazz Festival on March 6-7.
