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....
Tag : urban radio
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....
Urban Radio During Shootings: Good, Bad, Ugly
Analysis of how urban radio stations responded to recent police shootings involving Black men. DL Hughley praised as top radio voice for fearless community advocacy....
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....
Concerns Grow Over Systemic Injustices Faced by Black Men
Analysis of systemic injustices facing Black men, examining wrongful convictions, police brutality cases, and the urgent need for community support and media accountability....
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...
Mike Love Joins AURN
Veteran programmer Mike Love joins American Urban Radio Networks to oversee the 3-7pm syndicated show formerly hosted by Doug Banks. Love brings experience from top...
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....
Best Radio Shows in the Country?
Comprehensive list of the top local radio shows across the country featuring popular urban and hip-hop stations. Includes hosts from V103 Atlanta, Hot 97 New...
Radio Facts 10 Best Urban Radio Shows?
Radio Facts is ranking the 10 best urban radio shows nationwide. Share your favorite daily radio shows and help determine the top urban radio programming....
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....
WUFO AM Picks up Tom Joyner in Buffalo
Buffalo's WUFO AM picks up Tom Joyner Morning Show after WBLK replaced it with Steve Harvey, responding to listener complaints and community petition....