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Is Michael Baisden Returning to Radio?
Radio speculation grows as WHUR teases new afternoon drive hosts to replace Frank Ski. Industry insiders wonder if Michael Baisden could return to radio....
Guest Post: Research Destroying Urban Radio
Industry veteran exposes how corporate takeover of urban radio has destroyed community connections and creativity, with non-African American executives making programming decisions for Black audiences....
THE REASON URBAN RADIO IS IN THE (RED)
Black owned radio stations face declining ratings as listeners abandon traditional formats. Outdated programming and leadership disconnect drive urban radio's financial struggles....
Jordan Lee Named Program Director of 88Nine Radio Milwaukee
Jordan Lee has been promoted from assistant program director to program director of 88Nine Radio Milwaukee (WYMS 88.9FM). Lee previously hosted morning drive-time and has...
Niko Appointed new MD of 92.3 Amp Radio
Niko has been appointed as the new Music Director of 92.3 Amp Radio, effective July 30th. He will host weekly music sessions every Thursday 3-5pm....
Ken Sumka Named Radio Milwaukee Afternoon Drive-Time Host
Veteran DJ Ken Sumka has been named 88Nine Radio Milwaukee's new afternoon drive-time host for weekdays 3-6 PM. Sumka previously worked at Chicago's WXRT-FM and...
Tony Sculfield Replaces Ramonski Luv at SOUL 106.3
Tony Sculfield joins SOUL 106.3 as the new nighttime host, replacing recently departed Ramonski Luv in the 6pm-10pm slot starting June 15, 2015....
Urban Radio StationChanging Format
An urban FM radio station will announce a format change to oldies programming in early May. The station switch represents a shift in urban radio...
CBS Radio Las Vegas Names New VP of Programming
Cat Thomas named VP of Programming for CBS Radio Las Vegas, overseeing KLUC, Mix 94.1, X107.5 and other stations. Programming changes effective May 4th....
Emmis And Premiere Networks Call It Quits in Indy
Emmis Communications ends partnership with Premiere Networks, resulting in WIBC 93.1 FM dropping The Rush Limbaugh Show after July 3rd in Indianapolis....
“Eye On” Series Returns to CBS Sports Radio
CBS Sports Radio brings back its popular Eye On series with baseball and basketball focused shows. Eye On Baseball starts April 11 featuring expert analysis...
103.9 Changes in New York/Terri Avery
103.9 New York faces uncertainty after PD Ken Johnson's exit to Cumulus Birmingham. Industry insiders speculate about potential Classic Hip-Hop format change....
Beasley Media Group hires Jamillah “Jam” Muhammad
Beasley Media Group Charlotte appoints veteran radio programmer Jamillah 'Jam' Muhammad as Operations/Program Director of WPEG/Power 98 and WBAV/V101.9....
SummitMedia/Greenville-Spartanburg Names Elroy Smith as OM
SummitMedia appoints Elroy Smith as Operations Manager for Greenville-Spartanburg, overseeing urban station 107.3 JAMZ and three other stations. Smith brings 30+ years of programming experience...
WORD UP RADIO, 24 Hours of Classic Hip-Hop and R&B
Word Up Radio launches 24-hour programming featuring classic hip-hop and R&B from the 80s, 90s, and 2000s. The station offers non-stop hits with great personalities,...
WORD UP RADIO, 24 Hours of Classic Hip-Hop and R&B
Word Up Radio launches 24-hour classic Hip-Hop and R&B programming featuring hits from the 80s, 90s, and 2000s. The new radio format is available nationally...
Great Radio: Mom Gets Support After Loss
A Sydney, Australia radio station provides heartwarming support to a mother dealing with loss through a well-executed contest and community outreach....
Skip Dillard Reflects on Career Growth and Industry Insights
Skip Dillard, WBLS OM/PD, reflects on his 20+ year career in urban radio programming, sharing insights about working across different markets and his memories of...
WBLS INTRODUCES “CIROC SATURDAYS” WITH DJ CHUCK CHILLOUT
WBLS 107.5 FM launches 'Ciroc Saturdays' featuring legendary DJ Chuck Chillout every Saturday night. The show focuses on classic R&B and Hip-Hop hits from icons...
Radio Facts Magazine Returns for 20th Anniversary Issue
Radio Facts Magazine returns with a special 20th anniversary issue, arriving to programmers' desks at the end of February with online availability....
10 Things Radio DJs Must Consider
Radio industry expert shares 10 essential considerations for radio DJs looking to advance their careers beyond local markets and build lasting success in broadcasting....
Misconceptions About the Music Industry Debunked
Music industry myths debunked: DJs don't pick songs, radio shows aren't always local, and great music exists but lacks airplay. Learn the truth about radio...
New PD for Hot 96.3 Named
Karen Vaughn has been named Program Director for Indianapolis' Hot 96.3 (WHHH), while continuing as PD for WTLC FM/AM and hosting afternoon drive....
Black Radio Hosts Earn Only $30K Annually
Black radio hosts average only $30K annually while fearing job security, as corporate pressures limit community-focused programming that once fueled civil rights....