Liz Sarachek Blacker Named EVP of Hispanic Strategy and Sales
Clear Channel Media announces Liz Sarachek Blacker as new Executive VP of Hispanic Strategy and Sales, effective August 2014. The move strengthens Clear Channel's position...
Tag : Radio Industry
Quick Radio News: Raphael, Mary, Coca-Lani, Tyrene
Radio industry updates featuring new programming director appointments at urban stations including Mary K at Old School 105.3 Charlotte and personnel changes at major markets....
Congrats to Streetz 94.5 PD Jamon (Jay Tek) Perry
Atlanta's Streetz 94.5 Program Director Jamon (Jay Tek) Perry recently got married to Asch Denise. The Buffalo native and Buffalo State graduate continues his successful...
Radio Leadership Breakfast: Growth Opportunities
The 2014 Radio Show features a Leadership Breakfast with top radio CEOs discussing industry growth opportunities and financial performance challenges....
Does Radio Need Higher Royalty Fees?
Radio industry faces pressure to pay higher music licensing fees beyond current BMI, ASCAP, SESAC rates as lawmakers consider new artist royalty requirements....
2014 Advice for Urban Radio Talent
Essential career advice for urban radio DJs in 2014, focusing on leveraging social media success and building career independence in the changing radio industry....
Former WOWI Staff Gathers for KJ Holiday Funeral Pic
Former WOWI Norfolk radio staff reunited to honor Clear Channel's KJ Holiday, who passed away over Memorial Day Weekend, highlighting the close bonds in urban...
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....
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....
Radio Revenue Report: Communications, Insurance, Health Care Growth Stars
Radio's Q1 2014 revenue remained flat compared to 2013, with digital and off-air gains offsetting spot and network declines. Communications and insurance led growth....
Radio GM Brad Deetz Dies in Motorcycle Accident
Radio personality and DLC Media General Manager Brad Deetz, 46, died in a motorcycle accident after colliding with a truck in an intersection....
Omarion on Radio, New Album, and Manhood
Omarion discusses his new album, upcoming fatherhood, and Maybach Music deal on The Breakfast Club. The R&B star explains how artists can succeed today without...
Rick Thomas Exits KTWV PD Post; New CBS Radio PD in NYC
Rick Thomas has been named program director for CBS Radio's 92.3 NOW in New York after serving as PD at Los Angeles stations KTWV-FM and...
NAB Opens Nominations for 25th Marconi Radio Awards
NAB opens nominations for the 25th Marconi Radio Awards recognizing excellence in radio broadcasting. Nominations accepted May 1-31 for various categories....
CBS Radio Washington D.C. Slated to Relocate
CBS Radio announces 15-year lease to relocate six Washington D.C. stations to Capitol Riverfront with new 33,000-square-foot facility featuring street-level studios and performance space....
The Radio Facts Podcast Returns: New Hosts & More
Radio Facts Podcast returns as The Naked Radio Show with new hosts including Darryl James and Jackie Rhinehart. Premiering May 1st with raw industry insights....
WOW Look at Skip Dillard (WBLS and WLIB) and WBLS
WBLS and WLIB Program Director Skip Dillard celebrates at NASDAQ Bell closing with Emmis, featured on Times Square billboard rotation....
Radio Facts Quick 5: Doc Wynter on Promotion & PDs
Clear Channel SVP Doc Wynter discusses his expanded role beyond urban programming, shares insights on successful morning shows, and reveals what makes great radio programmers...
Podcasting Tips for Success in the Black Music Industry
Essential podcasting tips for success in the Black music industry, covering theme consistency, research, planning, and audience building from an industry insider's perspective....
Emmis Communications Q4 2014 Revenue Growth
Emmis Communications reported 11% radio revenue growth in Q4 2014, reaching $32.4 million and outperforming local markets by adding WBLS and WLIB stations....
Radio Facts Podcast on Hiatus.. Should we continue?
Radio Facts Podcast goes on hiatus due to costs and time constraints. Creator seeks $500 in donations to hire editor and continue weekly industry-focused show....
Connoisseur Media Commits to RAB Training
Connoisseur Media commits to Radio Advertising Bureau training across all 12 markets in 2014. The radio group will implement RAB's complete suite of sales training...
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...
RADIO REACH UP 1.2M IN MARCH 2014 RADAR REPORT
Radio reaches 244.4 million Americans weekly, up 1.2 million from 2013. Nielsen's March 2014 RADAR report shows radio maintains 92% reach of US population aged...