Urban Radio & Dept Stores Should Close on Thanksgiving
Former radio DJ argues urban radio stations and department stores should shut down on Thanksgiving, criticizing mandatory holiday shifts for DJs and retail workers....
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Urban Radio DJ Exits Radio Stationafter 11 Years
Radio veteran Lorenzo 'Ice Tea' Thomas leaves WEDR 99 JAMZ Miami after 11 years, citing format concerns while expressing gratitude for his successful run....
WPHI Philly Cleans House New Format
WPHI Philadelphia cleared its air staff to launch classic hip-hop format Boom Radio. The station is transitioning with new staff announcements expected....
Urban Radio DJs Lack Leverage and Opportunity
Urban radio DJs face limited opportunities due to corporate restrictions and lack of leverage. Success requires building personal brand value beyond just keeping a job....
President Obama Pitches Urban Radio for Midterm Votes
President Obama reached out to urban radio stations to encourage black voter participation in midterm elections, telling Rev. Al Sharpton that Democratic control of the...
Urban Radio Music Conference Ready to Takeover Atlanta
The 10th Annual SUMC Urban Radio & Music Conference takes over Atlanta November 6-8, 2014. The rebranded conference brings together DJs, programmers, and industry executives...
Steve Davis Takes on New Role
Steve Davis has been promoted to Vice President of Programming for CBS RADIO's Washington D.C. market while continuing as Program Director of WPGC-FM 95.5 and...
Radio Vet Dyana Williams Changes Philadelphia’s Motto
Radio veteran Dyana Williams successfully campaigned to change Philadelphia's motto to include women, expanding it to 'The City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection.' Mayor...
Emmis Communications Reports 15% Increase in Radio Revenues
Emmis Communications reported a 15% increase in radio revenues to $47.6 million for Q2 2014, driven by WBLS 107.5 FM and WLIB operations under a...
Radio Programmer Promoted
K104's George 'Geo' Cook has been promoted to Director of Operations at Service Broadcasting under a new three-year deal. He'll oversee K104 and Smooth R&B...
WBLS Circle of Sisters a Success (pics)
WBLS Circle of Sisters event drew massive crowds with appearances by Johnny Gill, Jennifer Hudson, Tyrese, and Babyface. The successful east coast celebration featured top...
Urban DJ Dies
Elton Bernard Anderson, known as DJ Beezy from 103.7 The BEAT in Shreveport, died at age 35 following a tragic car accident where he was...
LOOK! It’s KRNB’s Lynne “The Voice” Haze and Urban Mystic
Urban Mystic visits DFW radio promoting new single 'Feel Good' from his album 'Love Intervention'. Fans compare his gruff vocals to K-Ci and Bobby Womack....
Tom Joyner Coming to a City Near You
The Tom Joyner Morning Show launches a 5-week tour visiting affiliate stations across the country. The tour includes live broadcasts, meet and greets, and sponsor...
Radio & Music Industry in Two Years
Radio and music industry face major transformation as streaming services challenge traditional radio, corporations seek direct artist access, and DJs risk extinction in favor of...
KBFB Dallas Partners with Superadio for Imaging
KBFB Dallas partners with Superadio to implement Speed Bump Intros, a custom imaging service that brands stations by integrating call letters into song intros without...
Jesse Jackson visits Urban Radio Stationin St. Louis
Jesse Jackson visits KMJM urban radio station in St. Louis during Ferguson riots. Program Director Kathy Brown captures moment with civil rights leader....
Major Market Radio Station Seeks On Air Talent
Major Chicago R&B radio station seeks experienced on-air personality for 70s-90s format show. Position requires sales skills, board experience, and dedication....
RADIO 103.9 NY: RAPHAEL GEORGE, NE-YO, DJ CASSIDY, ALOE BLACC
Radio 103.9 New York APD Raphael George hosted Grammy winner Ne-Yo, DJ Cassidy, and Aloe Blacc at the new urban station. The Cumulus Media property...
Shirley Strawberry’s Live Marriage Proposal on Steve Harvey
Shirley Strawberry got engaged live on air when boyfriend Ernesto surprised her with a proposal on The Steve Harvey Morning Show on her birthday....
RCA’s Marsha Ambrosius Stops by Radio 103.9 in New York
RCA recording artist Marsha Ambrosius recently visited Radio 103.9 in New York for an interview with host Raphael George....
T.I. Visits WJLB’s Bushman
Hip-hop star T.I. visits Detroit's WJLB radio station for an interview with popular host Bushman, connecting with fans through urban radio....
Charmaine Little Promoted to MD at 106.7 WTLC
Charmaine Little has been promoted to Music Director and Morning Show Producer of the Tom Joyner Morning Show at 106.7 WTLC in Indianapolis....
Ramonski Luv out at WVAZ
Ramonski Luv is out at WVAZ after co-hosting The Real Show with Joe Soto. The show had recently returned to #1 in the market with...