Rickey Smiley Show: Jackson Water Crisis Aid
The Rickey Smiley Morning Show addresses Jackson, Mississippi's water crisis affecting 150,000 residents after treatment facility failure. The show provides aid information and delivery services...
Tag : urban radio
Nationwide Talent Search: New Co-Host for DeDe in the Morning
DeDe in the Morning launches nationwide talent search for new co-host. Hip-hop and R&B morning show seeks social media influencers with pop culture knowledge....
iHeartMedia Indianapolis Names Leon Williamson VP of Sales
iHeartMedia Indianapolis names Leon Williamson as Vice President of Sales, bringing 12 years of broadcast marketing experience from Miami and Urban One....
Angela Yee’s Exit: Timely and Smart
Angela Yee's departure from The Breakfast Club marks a smart career move as syndicated shows dominate radio. Her timing is perfect for launching her own...
Madd Hatta on His New Houston Radio Role
Legendary radio personality Madd Hatta discusses his new Houston radio position in an exclusive Radio Facts interview....
Steve Harvey Backlash Over Infertility Comments
Steve Harvey faces criticism for insensitive comments about infertility on his radio show, mocking a woman's struggle with PCOS and diabetes complications....
Rickey Smiley Show: Fathers Rights with Children
The Rickey Smiley Show discusses fathers' rights regarding their children during separation and divorce proceedings in this important conversation....
WTLC-FM 106.7 Wins NAB Leadership Community Award
WTLC-FM 106.7 Indianapolis won the prestigious 2022 NAB Leadership Foundation Service to Community Award for their Feeding Families initiative. The Radio One station provided 728,000...
Adrian Warren Named VP of Sales at iHeart/Jacksonville
Adrian Warren joins iHeartMedia Jacksonville as VP of Sales, overseeing revenue for WJBT-FM, WSOL-FM and digital platforms. He brings experience from RadioOne Indianapolis....
Rickey Smiley: How Long Should a Person
The Rickey Smiley Morning Show sparked debate about how long widows should wait before dating again. Rickey defended moving on quickly while Da Brat disagreed....
Shaila Scott Exits WBLS
Shaila Scott, New York's #1 midday radio personality, exits WBLS after 30+ years when Mediaco decided not to renew her contract, citing the station is...
Rickey Smiley Supports Parents of Ungrateful Adult Children
Radio host Rickey Smiley offers support to parents dealing with ungrateful adult children, encouraging them to stop feeling guilty and focus on relationships with people...
Radio Facts 2022 Top National Broadcasters
Radio Facts reveals 2022's top national broadcasters highlighting Black radio pioneers like Steve Harvey and D.L. Hughley who shaped urban broadcasting....
Radio Vet and PD Bobby O’Jay has Died
Radio veteran Bobby O'Jay has died at age 68 while working at WDIA Memphis, where he spent 40 of his 42-year career. The Tennessee Radio...
Cumulus Media Appoints Operations Manager for Mobile, AL
Cumulus Media names Vincent 'Mojo' Wilson as Operations Manager for its Mobile, AL five-station group including urban and CHR formats....
AUDACY ANNOUNCES “FEELING FRZY” ON 100.7 STAR IN PITTSBURGH
Audacy launches 'Feeling FRZY' on 100.7 Star in Pittsburgh featuring Emmy-winning artist Frzy. The weeknight show airs 7-8 PM starting May 2nd....
Lorenzo “Ice-Tea” Thomas Joins STAR 94.5
Radio veteran Lorenzo 'Ice-Tea' Thomas joins STAR 94.5 Orlando as afternoon drive host. Former 99 JAMZ Miami host dominated 18-34 demo....
Radio Survives Amid Podcasts and Streaming
Commercial radio fights to survive as hip-hop listeners abandon traditional radio for streaming and podcasts. Urban radio faces challenges from outdated research methods and aging...
WAMO Acquired by Audacy
Audacy acquired Pittsburgh's WAMO radio station, the city's only urban hip-hop station serving the African American community with artists like Drake and SZA....
Atlanta Radio Legend has Died
Atlanta radio legend Silas 'Si-man Baby' Alexander has died after battling pancreatic cancer. The beloved DJ spoke openly about his health struggle in recent months....
Urban One, Inc. Appoints New Operations Manager
Urban One promotes Erwin 'KAtt D' Hill to Operations Manager at Radio One Raleigh-Durham after successful interim role at Foxy 107-104....
DeDe In The Morning Comes to New Orleans
DeDe McGuire's nationally syndicated morning show expands to New Orleans on KMEZ 102.9. She was honored as Grand Marshall for Mardi Gras parade by Mystic...
Superadio Announces Launch of Podcast Division
Superradio launches podcast division through partnership with Mean Ole Lion Media, featuring 14+ shows targeting Black America including Oh That's Deep and Business of the...
Audacy Launches The Good Morning Show on WPGC 95.5 FM, D.C.
Audacy launches The Good Morning Show on WPGC 95.5 FM in Washington DC, hosted by Todd B, Monique Samuels, and Jason Weems starting February 22....
Mediaco to Acquire WBLS and HOT 97 from Emmis
Mediaco Holding will acquire New York's legendary urban radio stations WBLS and HOT 97 from Emmis Communications in a $91.5 million deal....
