Programmers Chime in on the lack of New Urban DJs
Urban radio programmers discuss the challenge of finding new DJ talent despite eager young candidates and experienced veterans available for hire....
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Radio Facts “New Radio Star” Contest
RadioFacts launches New Radio Star Contest to find fresh radio talent and address the lack of Black radio announcers in the industry....
Urban Radio Desperately seeking New Talent in a Dry Pool
Urban radio programmers struggle to find new talent as corporate restrictions limit DJs' ability to market themselves and build audiences....
New Radio Facts Radio Show Podcast: “Prepare to Leave Radio”
Radio Facts discusses Ebro Darden leaving Hot 97 and the future of radio with industry experts. The podcast covers Black PDs effectiveness and educating young...
Tom Joyner Tribute to Jerry Boulding on TJMS
Tom Joyner honors Jerry Boulding, radio pioneer who died on Thanksgiving Day. Boulding launched the first Black satellite format and mentored Joyner early in his...
Don Lemon Joins Tom Joyner Morning Show as New Commentator
Don Lemon joins the Tom Joyner Morning Show as a new commentator, bringing transparency and courage to black radio. The move represents a significant addition...
Don Lemon Joins Tom Joyner Morning Show
CNN's Don Lemon joins the Tom Joyner Morning Show as a commentator, airing Tuesdays and Thursdays. His first segment addressed Black leadership relevance....
Baisden Responds to Skip Murphy and D.L. Hughley
Michael Baisden responds to being replaced by Skip Murphy and D.L. Hughley, calling their afternoon radio show revolutionary and warning that success takes time....
Radio’s Tight Playlists: Killing New Artists
Radio stations' research-driven tight playlists make it difficult for new artists to get airplay, while major acts complain about unfair compensation for station appearances....
TJMS Drops Kevin Frazier Daily Segment?
Tom Joyner Morning Show drops Kevin Frazier's daily entertainment segment after two years due to audience complaints about poor content choices....
New Book Unlocks Urban Radio
New book Urban Radio - Unlocked! reveals groundbreaking research on Black radio's connection with communities and provides sales insights for industry professionals....
Vet Radio DJ Kesha Monk Does TV Spot for Dreamworks
Veteran radio DJ Kesha Monk lands major voiceover contract with Dreamworks for TV spots after entering a talent contest. Her inspiring career transition shows new...
Michael Baisden on Leaving Cumulus Radio Network
Michael Baisden discusses his departure from Cumulus Radio Network and future syndication plans. The veteran urban radio host remains confident about returning to air....
Steve Harvey Morning Show Sponsors Morehouse Relays
Steve Harvey Morning Show sponsors Morehouse relays, featuring track coach Willie Hill discussing upcoming events and community support in black radio....
Urban Radio Shows in Trouble: Baisden Canceled
Michael Baisden Show gets canceled in Philadelphia as urban radio syndicated programming faces challenges. Major shows losing key markets signals potential shift back to local...
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....
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...
Radio Facts Top 20 Urban/AC Programmers 2012
Radio Facts reveals the top 20 urban and urban AC radio programmers of 2012, voted by industry professionals based on creativity, leadership, and cooperation....
Radio and Music Industry-Wide Stress Poll
Radio Facts conducts industry-wide stress poll revealing widespread anxiety among Black radio PDs, artists, and music executives struggling with career pressures....
Urban Radio Programmer Depression
Urban radio programmers face rising depression and job insecurity in the corporate radio industry. Anonymous confessions reveal mental health struggles affecting Black radio professionals and...
Urban Radio Broadcasting Seeks General Sales Manager
URBan Radio Broadcasting seeks a General Sales Manager for Black format stations WIMX & WJZE in Toledo, Ohio. The role requires ethnic marketing expertise and...
Urban Radio PD Blames PPM for “Destroying” Urban Radio?
Urban radio PD claims PPM ratings system is destroying Black radio creativity and preventing new artists from getting airplay at stations....
Most Innovative Urban Radio Program Directors
Radio Facts highlights the most innovative Program Directors in urban radio, featuring industry leaders like Reggie Rouse and Steve Hegwood who shape Black radio programming....
Urban Radio PD Promoted?
A prominent Black urban radio program director is reportedly set for a major promotion announcement within the next three weeks....
Frankie Crocker: 12 Years Since Legend Passed
Remembering radio legend Frankie Crocker, 12 years after his passing. The WBLS Chief Rocker revolutionized black radio and broke all the rules in the 70s....