Radio One Celebrates 30 Years with 30 Days of Giving
Radio One celebrates 30 years with 30 days of community giving in October 2010. The largest African-American focused broadcaster mobilizes 1300 employees across 52 stations...
Tag : urban radio
Back to School Reflection in Quiet Times
Industry insider Kevin Ross reflects on the quiet state of urban radio during back-to-school season, discussing Radio One promotions and Fantasia's recent interview....
WMMJ Hires Music Director
WMMJ has hired Karen Pettis-Smith as their new Music Director. She is believed to be coming from WVAZ in Chicago to join the Radio One...
Buffalo Radio Legend Thelka McCall Passes
Buffalo radio legend Thelka McCall, longtime WUFO-AM gospel and community show host, passed away at 81. She worked alongside future national stars like Frankie Crocker....
Chicago Radio PPM Highlights M-Su 6a-12m
Chicago radio stations dominated June 2010 ratings with 103.5 KISS FM reaching #1 in Adults 18-34 for the first time in station history....
Doug and DeDe Say Goodbye to Urban Radio
Doug and DeDe leave Urban Radio after payment issues, with AURN picking up their show. DeDe will work from home while Doug's Chicago WVAZ success...
Pennies for Syndication: Would You Do It?
An urban radio syndication host is reportedly earning just $36,000 annually for their show. This shocking salary revelation raises questions about compensation in radio syndication....
Baisden Unaware of WDAS’ Decision to use Carter and Sanborn
Michael Baisden was reportedly unaware of WDAS' decision to have Carter and Sanborn fill in for his show, raising questions about potential changes at the...
Carter & Sanborn Guest DJ on WDAS FM this Week
Radio veterans Brian Carter and Dave Sanborn guest DJ on 105.3 WDAS FM this week, filling in for vacationing Michael Baisden from 3-7pm through Friday....
WDKX Mourns Passing of Founder and CEO Andrew A. Langston
WDKX founder and CEO Andrew A. Langston passed away June 10, 2010. He launched the Rochester radio station in 1974, naming it after Frederick Douglass,...
CHARLES WARFIELD TO RECEIVE NATIONAL RADIO AWARD
Charles Warfield, president and COO of ICBC Broadcast Holdings, will receive the National Radio Award at the 2010 Radio Show in Washington, DC for his...
Kevin’s Summary: Cross-Dressing Vet & Radio Recall
Kevin shares explosive industry gossip about a veteran executive's secret cross-dressing habits and reflects on Radio One's business practices in urban radio....
Industry Advertising Freeze Amid Rising Concerns
Radio industry faces widespread advertising freeze impacting blogs and media outlets. Discussion covers urban radio challenges and lack of breakthrough personalities compared to mainstream success...
More Jennifer Hudson Pics
Jennifer Hudson showcases her stunning Weight Watchers transformation. The R&B star proves to be the perfect relatable spokesperson for today's consumers....
Radio One reports widened Q4 loss on asset write-downs
Radio One Inc. reported a wider Q4 loss of $14.9 million after writing down asset values at urban-focused radio stations across nine major markets....
Can you Believe this guy used to be an Urban Radio DJ?
Ludacris worked as an urban radio DJ before becoming a successful hip-hop artist, facing criticism and thinking outside the box in the competitive radio industry....
Radio Facts CHR and Rhythmic News and Info
Radio Facts announces launch of AllRadioNews.com, a dedicated blog for CHR and Rhythmic radio formats with 95% of stations in database....
Top 30 Urban Radio Songs This Week
Timbaland leads Mediabase's Urban radio chart with 'Say Something' featuring Drake, followed by Robin Thicke's 'Sex Therapy' and Trey Songz....
Radio One Charlotte Welcomes “Fly Ty” Home
Radio One, Inc.-Charlotte announces Fly Ty returns to his hometown as the new afternoon host on My92.7 (WQNC) from 2pm-6pm starting March 8, 2010....
Joey “Mr. Boogie” Ryan Still Hangin’ In (pic)
Joey 'Mr. Boogie' Ryan, beloved Detroit radio personality, receives visits from friends while facing health challenges. The urban radio legend is at a Grand Rapids...
Nick Cannon Radio: Jay Z, Young Jeezy, Trey Songz
Nick Cannon's radio show features Jay Z, Young Jeezy and Trey Songz in an exclusive interview, highlighting the difference between mainstream and urban radio programming....
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....
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....
Congrats to Michael Saunders, New OM at WPGC
Michael Saunders is promoted to Operations Manager at WPGC following Robert Scorpio's exit. Saunders will oversee multiple stations including WLZL, WIAD, WJFK and WHFS....
