Local Radio to Slump 2.5% in 2010, Then Drop 10%
Local radio ad revenue expected to drop 2.5% in 2010 and 10% in 2011, following 2009's massive 20.9% decline according to Magna forecast....
Tag : Radio Industry
RADIO TRENDS: Extinct? Ad Time? Cheap DJs?
Radio stations are shifting from full-time to part-time DJ slots to cut costs, while some DJs offer to work for half salary. Urban stations are...
Urban Radio DJs Closing Door on New Talent?
Industry debate emerges over veteran radio DJs blocking opportunities for new talent. Analysis questions whether established hosts are hindering urban radio's evolution....
Are Urban Radio Vet DJs Closing the Door on New Talent?
Radio industry veteran questions whether established urban radio DJs like Donny Simpson are blocking opportunities for new talent while struggling to connect with younger audiences....
Urban Radio Faces Major Changes as Veterans Step Aside
Urban radio veteran Donnie Simpson faces potential departure from WPGC amid industry pressure to modernize programming and attract younger listeners that advertisers seek....
Radio Facts Presents: Now-u-Know “Online Promotion”
Radio Facts presents a 30-day online promotion seminar for radio professionals, independent labels, and music industry entrepreneurs. Learn email marketing, blog optimization, and digital promotion...
WHAT? Someone in radio is hiring”Internet radio, that is.
Internet radio is aggressively hiring while traditional urban radio stations struggle to survive in 2010. Pandora's mobile expansion and personalized playlists are revolutionizing how listeners...
WHAT? Someone in radio is hiring�Internet radio, that is.
Internet radio is rapidly growing while commercial radio struggles. Pandora and streaming services are creating new job opportunities as traditional radio faces major challenges in...
Clear Channel Radio’s contextual ad strategy
Clear Channel Radio launches contextual advertising technology that automatically places relevant ads after songs play. Wal-Mart used the service to advertise AC/DC's album immediately following...
Kevin’s Summary: Music & Radio Legends
Radio industry insider Kevin analyzes urban radio's "it factor" and predicts major changes ahead for personalities like Tom Joyner, Steve Harvey, and Radio One's future....
The “IT” Factor: Who Really Has It in Radio
Exploring which radio personalities possess that rare 'it' factor that changes the room's energy. A tribute to legendary urban radio hosts who defined greatness....
Kevin’s Summary: Urban Radio DJs & Music Icons
RadioFacts explores the declining state of urban radio DJs, examining Keith Sweat's radio career transition and the infamous Charlamagne-Chingy feud....
Regent Communications Receives Nasdaq Delisting Notification
Regent Communications received Nasdaq delisting notice for failing minimum market value requirements. The radio company has until March 2010 to regain compliance....
Joe McCollum Named Director of Promotions, Clear Channel Philadelphia
Joe McCollum has been appointed Director of Promotions for Clear Channel Philadelphia, overseeing six radio stations including Power 99 FM and WDAS FM....
The 50 Hottest Women Of Radio
Pop Crunch compiled a list of the 50 hottest women in radio after researching major media markets across the United States. The comprehensive list features...
Radio DJ DJ Skinny gets 10 years for soliciting minors
Radio DJ Heath Hill, known as DJ Skinny from KTUX-FM, was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for using MySpace to solicit minors....
Arbitron Accelerates Cell-Phone-Only Sampling Plans
Arbitron accelerates cell-phone-only household sampling plans, targeting 15% of diary samples by Spring 2010. The move aims to improve radio ratings accuracy for the 18-34...
Arbitron Boosts Ratings for Cell-Phone-Only Households
Arbitron accelerates plans to boost cell-phone-only household sampling to 15% by Spring 2010, targeting improved audience measurement for 18-34 demographics....
NAB CEO’s Letter to Judiciary on Performance Fees
NAB President Gordon Smith responds to Congressional members regarding performance royalty legislation impacting radio stations and local communities....
RF READER STATES: Urban Radio Undercharging for Ads
RadioFacts reader argues urban radio stations undercharge for advertising despite Black consumers' $913 billion buying power, addressing performance tax concerns....
Emmis Radio Revs Down 26.5%
Emmis Communications reports devastating 26.5% revenue drop to $53.4 million in Q3 2009, highlighting radio industry struggles with online media competition and declining advertiser confidence...
Radio’s Path to Salvation: What to Avoid
Radio industry expert Eric Rhoads discusses how traditional radio must embrace digital transformation and hyperlocal content to survive, as future personalities migrate to online platforms....
Industry Celebrities Reading Radio Facts With Pics
Major radio industry executives and music professionals recently visited RadioFacts, including program directors from WGCI Chicago, WJLB Detroit, and WVEE Atlanta....
Industry Vets: Too Many Old Men in the Field
Industry veterans at NAB Radio Show admit radio has become 'an industry of old men' lacking young talent and innovation. Executives call for investing in...
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....