Colleague Remembers Radio Legend Herb Kent’s Lasting Impact
Radio colleague Reggie Miles Sr. shares heartfelt memories of legendary DJ Herb Kent's 72-year career at WVON Chicago and his lasting impact on urban radio....
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Radio Facts Honors 2016’s Top Innovators in Urban Radio
Radio Facts honors 2016's biggest innovators and influencers in urban and Black radio, spotlighting industry leaders like Cathy Hughes and D.L. Hughley....
Michael Baisden Is Bringing “Grown Folks” Radio Back!
Michael Baisden announces his return to radio with a new syndicated show airing weekdays 3-7pm EST. The interactive program focuses on adult relationships, community activism,...
Michael Baisden Returning to Radio
Michael Baisden is making his comeback to radio through syndication after an extended break from broadcasting....
Radio Facts Marketing Deck 2017 Available
Radio Facts 2017 marketing deck now available for corporate partners. Contact [email protected] with your company details to request the full presentation....
Tony Gray Reflects on Longevity in Radio
Radio legend Tony Gray receives Jerry Boulding Radio Executive Award at Living Legends Foundation's 25th anniversary. His firm Gray Communications has been a leading urban...
Saving the “Urban Radio Announcer” from Extinction
Black radio DJs face extinction as comedians like Michael Colyar replace traditional announcers. The talent pool is depleted while opportunities slip away....
KDAY 93.5 FM Reports Historic July Ratings Growth
KDAY 93.5 FM achieved historic July 2016 ratings with 1.2M weekly listeners and 26% audience growth. The LA hip-hop station posted consecutive gains....
Mo’nique Brings Smiles to the KBLX Staff
Comedian Mo'nique visits KBLX radio station, bringing joy to the Morning Dream Team and staff including Kimmie Taylor and Tony Sculfield....
Radio Legend Vaughn Harper Dies
Radio legend Vaughn Harper has died after struggling with health issues. The veteran broadcaster was recently honored by his former station WBLS....
Radio DJs Cater to Homeless During BET Week
Radio DJs from Hot 103.9 in Columbia, SC chose community service over BET Week festivities, focusing on helping LA's homeless population during their visit....
Birmingham Radio Radio DJ Mz. Katt Dies
Birmingham radio DJ Katrina Holman, known as Mz. Katt from 95.7 Jamz, passed away after being hospitalized with an unknown ailment. The beloved personality was...
Radio Facts in the Radio Room at BET Awards 16
Radio Facts goes behind the scenes at BET Awards 2016 Radio Room with exclusive photos from urban and rhythmic radio stations nationwide....
Quincy Harris Lands TV Show
Radio veteran Quincy Harris launches his own TV show 'The Q' on Philadelphia's FOX 29 starting September 12th. The variety talk show focuses on pop...
Radio Facts Presents “Podcast Port” – First Urban Podcast Site
Radio Facts launches Podcast Port, the first all-urban podcast site seeking 20 premiere shows. The platform promotes African American podcasters across music, entertainment, and culture....
Rickey Smiley Tries to Clear the Air with Ebony Steele
Rickey Smiley attempts to clear the air with Ebony Steele in a candid TV One interview. Steele has found success as co-host on the former...
Ebony Steele Replaces Dee Dee on Doug Banks Show
Ebony Steele replaces Dee Dee Renee on the reformed Doug Banks Show, now called 'The Afternoon Rush with Rudy and Company' under Access 1 management....
Radio Facts Tour: Real 92.3 Los Angeles
Radio Facts CEO Kevin Ross continues national tour visiting urban radio stations, making stop at Real 92.3 Los Angeles to show support for industry professionals....
Access.1 Acquires 51% of American Urban Radio Networks
Access.1 Communications acquires 100% ownership of American Urban Radio Networks (AURN), the largest African-American owned radio network reaching 20 million listeners weekly....
Jamillah Muhammad Out at Beasley Broadcasting’s WPEG
Jamillah Muhammad has departed from Beasley Broadcasting's WPEG after just over a year with the company. Details surrounding her exit remain unclear....
Replacements for Doug Banks Named
Rudy Rush and Dee Dee Renee named as replacements for late radio host Doug Banks. V103 Chicago drops the show while other stations continue with...
How’s Tom Joyner Doing on WUFO in Buffalo?
Tom Joyner returns to Buffalo radio on WUFO AM. Buffalo listeners share their thoughts on the legendary radio host's comeback to AM radio....
Radio Facts Visits V103 in Atlanta
Radio Facts visits V103 Atlanta, meeting with Big Tigger, Maria Boynton, and OM/PD Reggie Rouse. The Atlanta radio station continues its strong support of the...
Wendy Williams: Perfect for Radio Syndication
Wendy Williams is reportedly interested in returning to radio syndication, leveraging her TV success and radio veteran status. Industry sources suggest she could command top...
Who Will Replace Doug Banks?
American Urban Radio Networks seeks replacement for late Doug Banks' syndicated show. Candidates include Wendy Williams, DeDe McGuire, and Guy Black....
