Pandora CEO to Present at Citi 2013 Conference at CES
Pandora CEO Joe Kennedy will present at the Citi 2013 Global Internet, Media and Technology Conference at CES on January 7th. The presentation will be
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Cumulus Signs Contract for Arbitron Radio Ratings
Cumulus Media signs multi-year agreement with Arbitron for radio ratings services across all 450 stations in 100 markets, including diary and PPM ratings.
WTKK Boston’s Format Flip to Urban Contemporary
Boston's WTKK flipped from talk radio to urban contemporary as Power 96.9, marking the return of Black radio format to Boston market since 2006.
Bruce Springsteen Honored at MusiCares Person of Year
Bruce Springsteen was honored as the 2013 MusiCares Person of the Year with performances by John Legend, Elton John, Neil Young, and other stars.
Mass Petition to Cancel Shawty Lo’s “All My Babies’ Mamas”
Sabrina Lamb leads petition with 6,000 signatures demanding Oxygen Media cancel Shawty Lo's controversial reality show featuring rapper with 11 children and 10 mothers.
Boyz II Men & Mint Condition Shine in Indiana
Boyz II Men and Mint Condition delivered an unforgettable R&B performance at The Venue in Hammond, IN, showcasing classic hits and proving real music endures.
KKDA AM Sold, Off The Air
KKDA-AM has been sold to a Korean radio company for $1.9 million and is now off the air. The Dallas black community expresses concern about
Power 94.7 DJ Jose Ochoa Found Dead
Power 94.7 DJ Jose Ochoa, 35, was found dead in his Redding, CA home from an apparent heart attack. The popular radio DJ had just
Emmis Communications Completes Refinancing
Emmis Communications completed a $100 million refinancing deal to reduce debt and interest expenses. The radio broadcaster secured favorable terms with an $80 million term
YouTube Cancels Billions of Fake Music Views
YouTube removed over one billion fake views from major record labels including Universal, affecting artists like Rihanna, Nicki Minaj and Justin Bieber in the platform's
Denzel Washington Named Top Money-Making Star of 2012
Denzel Washington was named the top money-making star of 2012 by motion picture exhibitors, his first win in eight poll appearances. The actor beat Anne
Pepsi & Beyonc� Invite Fans to Super Bowl Halftime
Pepsi and Beyonc� invite fans to submit photos for a chance to appear in the Super Bowl XLVII Halftime Show introduction and join her on-field
Fontella Bass “Rescue Me” Dies
Fontella Bass, the soul singer behind the hit 'Rescue Me,' died at 72 from heart attack complications. She fought for years to get proper songwriting
Does Walgreens and Macy’s Owe Drake Money for YOLO?
Drake calls out Walgreens and Macy's for selling YOLO merchandise without permission, demanding they 'chill or cut the cheque' for using his famous motto.
CBS Radio Atlanta Seeks Full-Time Producers for WVEE-FM
CBS Radio Atlanta's WVEE-FM is hiring full-time producers for urban format shows. Candidates need 2+ years producing and on-air experience.
WVEE Seeks Assistant Program Director
WVEE V103 Atlanta seeks experienced Assistant Program Director/Producer for major daypart production and air staff supervision under CBS Radio.
Ras Kwame Joins London’s Choice FM
DJ Ras Kwame joins London's Choice FM with a new Sunday show featuring top UK Black artists and international talent starting in 2013.
Gee Roberson Launches Record Label with Interscope
Gee Roberson transitions from Geffen Records Chairman to launch Blueprint, a new full-service record label distributed by Interscope Geffen A&M.
Tom Joyner Divorce: Wife Expects Cut of Radio One Sale
Tom Joyner and wife Donna reportedly divorced months ago, with disputes over her potential cut of the Radio One purchase deal for Reach Media creating
Frank and Wanda’s Last Show (vid)
Watch Frank and Wanda's final show on V103 radio station. The popular Atlanta radio duo signed off for the last time in this streaming video.
CeeLo Green Partners with eDiets for Weight Loss
CeeLo Green partners with eDiets as brand ambassador for his New Year's weight loss journey. The Grammy winner will use their meal delivery service while
Samantha Selolwane Promoted at RCA Music Group
Samantha Selolwane promoted to VP of promotion at RCA Records after 7 years working with Chris Brown, Alicia Keys, Usher, and other major R&B artists.
Nieslen acquires Arbitron
Nielsen Holdings announced a $48 per share acquisition of radio ratings company Arbitron Inc., combining TV and radio measurement capabilities for advertisers.
Clive Davis & Recording Academy Pre-Grammy Gala
Clive Davis and The Recording Academy present the Pre-Grammy Gala honoring Epic Records' Chairman Antonio 'L.A.' Reid with the President's Merit Award.
Nielsen to Acquire Arbitron
Nielsen announced it will acquire radio measurement firm Arbitron for $48 per share in cash, a 26% premium. The merger aims to enhance measurement capabilities.