Condolences to Derrick Corbett
WQUE radio host Derrick Corbett mourns the loss of his mother Freda Corbett. Funeral services are scheduled at Woodard Funeral Home in Greensboro, NC.
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WHAT IN DE FOOK? Why NeNe Is Ghetto on RHOA
NeNe Leakes reportedly offered her own Bravo show next season, with producers asking her to amp up drama on Real Housewives of Atlanta.
Arbitron Response to House Oversight Committee Statement
Arbitron responds to House Oversight Committee criticism, defending their audience measurement practices and commitment to addressing minority broadcaster challenges.
Research Company Says Ringtone Business Declining
IBISWorld reports the music ringtone market is in decline, with revenue dropping 15% from its 2007 peak of $880M to $750M in 2009. Full song
Manager and Accountant Indicted in Radio Station Theft
Former manager Richard Waldron and accountant Jack Karsten indicted for stealing over $24,000 from Christian radio station WPOS-FM through credit card fraud and forgery.
EGYPT WRAPS WEEK ON 107.5 WBLS-FM WITH ALL-STARS
Radio personality Egypt Sherrod wrapped up a week-long hosting stint on 107.5 WBLS-FM with celebrity interviews including Idris Elba, Toni Braxton, and Michael Strahan.
Bill Cosby: What Will He Say? MSNBC’s About Our Children
MSNBC will air 'About Our Children,' a live event with Bill Cosby discussing poverty, parenting, and education issues facing America's poor.
Damon Dash Emerges With Radio Station Venture
Roc-A-Fella Records co-founder Damon Dash announces Magnet Radio, a new Internet radio station focused on good music over profit, launching in weeks.
NAB NAMES GORDON SMITH NEW PRESIDENT AND CEO
Former U.S. Senator Gordon Smith has been named the new president and CEO of the National Association of Broadcasters, starting November 1st.
Coleman Insights Debuts PPM Study of Top Radio Stations
Coleman Insights debuts study on high-performance radio stations using PPM data at NAB Radio Show. Research analyzes 850 stations across 20 markets.
LOOK it’s Steve Harvey’s Studio in Atlanta (pic)
Steve Harvey's talk show is actually taped from his impressive Atlanta studio, not New York as many believe. The professional setup resembles a high-end television
Gay Radio KNGY Energy 92.7, Fails in San Francisco
San Francisco’s gay-oriented radio station has been sold after five years of broadcasting, the San Francisco Chronicle reported. Read more: Remembering Bill Graham: A Pillar
5 New Reasons to Join RFSN: DJs, Air Checks, PDs
1. Several People have found work and Jobs being a member of RFSN. As the industry begins to open up more and the online community
Michael Baisden Show Axed at WMXD Detroit
I am always THRILLED to see urban radio return to local programming and we predicted Baisden was going to start having problems a few weeks
Jay Z: Food for Thought – Music, Sports & Life
Jay Z Shares His Thoughts on Music, Sports, Relationships and Life in a One-Hour Original Special ‘FOOD FOR THOUGHT: CONVERSATIONS WITH JAY Z’ Premiering Thursday,
Janet Jackson Covers new Harper’s Bazaar (pic)
Janet Jackson Takes Control: Her First Interview Since Michael Jackson’s Death The iconic pop star and loyal sister emerges stronger than ever, ready to embrace
Reasons to Join The Radio Facts Social Network (RFSN)
1. You never know where you will be tomorrow. Networking is paramount but opportunities are limited in today’s industry. RFSN is the first urban industry
Radio One DC Media Appreciation Day, Cathy Hughes (pic)
Radio One DC Media Appreciation Day L-T- R Radio One Founder/Chairperson -Cathy Hughes Publisher The Washington Informer -Denise Rolark Barnes General Manager The Washington Afro
Ludacris Becomes Philanthropist, Gives Away Cars
We see so many artists in beefs and brainless squabbles today. I must admit, I am really impressed with Ludacris these days. He seems to
King of Self Promotion Steve Harvey & Kmart Layaway
Steve Harvey is in the news again. Is this program for the many true urban radio people who are out of work because of his
Maia Campbell Battles Mental Illness
There are many things that we never address in the black community and we act like these things simply don’t exist. But we know good
Kevin Liles Exits Warner Music Group
Kevin Liles has exited Warner Brothers records it was announced today. I actually heard this was about to happen from a very good source a
Don Cornelius: 2 Missed Ideas, Soul Train Without Him
The ‘Soul Train’ Vaults have been opened for a DVD deal and I MUST have my industry copy. Sh…, I would even pay for this.