Trey White Questions Caller on Grandmother Theft
WGCI's Trey White confronts a caller on Sunday Confessions who admits to questionable actions involving her grandmother's bank account while serving as caregiver....
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Rickey Smiley Passes Torch to Headkrack at Hot 107.9
Rickey Smiley personally congratulates Headkrack as The Morning Hustle takes over Atlanta's Hot 107.9 morning slot, replacing the longtime radio host....
Shari’ Nycole Named New Co-Host of Willie Moore Jr. Show
Reach Media announces Shari' Nycole as the new co-host of the nationally syndicated Willie Moore Jr. Show, replacing Krystal Lee who departed in 2020....
Black Radio Hall of Fame Induction 2020-2021
The National Black Radio Hall of Fame announced its 2020-2021 inductees for a virtual ceremony on February 27, 2021. Industry pioneers including Martha Jean the...
Micheal Baisden Leaving Radio
Michael Baisden announces departure from radio at year-end, leaving his 30-station syndicated show to focus on digital platform with 4 million followers....
EXPLAINED: Radio FactsTop 10 Best Black DJs for 2020
RadioFacts reveals the Top 10 Best Black DJs for 2020 based on industry respect and craft mastery. List determined by asking industry professionals who they...
The Quick Silva Show Moves to Dominique Da Diva
The Quick Silva Show with Dominique Da Diva officially moves to Reach Media for distribution and syndication across major markets including Philadelphia, Washington DC, and...
STREETZ 94 5 BRINGS MZ SHYNEKA TO AFTERNOONS IN ATLANTA
Streetz 94.5 announces Mz Shyneka joins afternoons 2pm-6pm starting October 12, 2020. The experienced radio personality returns to Atlanta's only black-owned station....
Rosenberg Hot History
Explore the hot history of radio personality Rosenberg and his impact on hip-hop culture and urban radio broadcasting....
Movement for Black Lives Town Hall with The Root and Hot 97
Movement for Black Lives hosts town hall discussion in partnership with The Root and Hot 97, addressing social justice and community activism....
Gary’s Tea: Ex-Destiny’s Child Member on Mathew
Former Destiny's Child member makes shocking allegations about Mathew Knowles' inappropriate behavior during exclusive Gary's Tea interview....
92.3 The Beat LA: A Great Station’s Dark Past
Historic 92.3 The Beat in LA had a complex legacy as a prominent urban radio station that faced discrimination issues despite its musical influence....
The Beat LA: Great Station, Dark History
Former radio personality shares inside story of 92.3 The Beat's transformation from rock to hip-hop powerhouse in LA during the 90s....
YFN Lucci & Mulatto – Wet Remix
YFN Lucci teams up with rising rapper Mulatto for the sultry "Wet (She Got That...)" remix. The track builds on the original's success with over...
BIN: Black Information Network Welcomes WWRL AM 1600 in NYC
Black Information Network expands to WWRL AM 1600 in NYC through iHeartMedia partnership, bringing 24/7 Black-focused news coverage to the historic station....
Dee Dee Renee Joins WLXC-FM as Middays Host in New Lineup
Radio veteran Dee Dee Renee joins WLXC-FM/Kiss 103.1 as midday host in Columbia, SC. The new lineup debuts September 8th with programming changes....
Jerry Rushin Sold Stations for $100M, Retired
Radio industry legend Jerry Rushin sold WEDR and 99 Jamz to Cox Radio for $100 million before retiring in 2012. His inspiring business story shows...
Vintage Buffalo Radio: Gerry Bledsoe WUFO (video)
Historic footage of Gerry Bledsoe at Buffalo's WUFO radio station showcases vintage urban radio broadcasting. Rare video preserved from discarded news tapes....
WHUR Radio Legend Patrick Ellis Dies of COVID-19
WHUR radio legend Patrick Ellis passed away July 16, 2020 due to coronavirus complications at age 77. The longtime Washington D.C. host was the longest-running...
Urban Radio Could Benefit by Going Back to “Black” Radio
Urban radio stations should embrace the term 'Black Radio' instead of abandoning the 'urban' label, as the industry lacks identity while companies like iHeart successfully...
DARF Secures “Blackradiostations.com”
Digital and Radio Facts secures blackradiostations.com domain, planning to move historic content as they expand into a new era of urban radio coverage....
Black Radio United For The Vote
Atlanta's Black radio stations unite for historic voter registration and education campaign ahead of November 2020 election, partnering with Urban League....
YO-YO Launches Mocha Mix Competition
West Coast hip-hop legend Yo-Yo launches Mocha Mix competition to find the fiercest female DJ for Caf� Mocha radio show's 10th anniversary celebration....
Entercom Selling Urban Stations to iHeart?
Industry speculation suggests iHeart may be eyeing Entercom's urban stations, particularly Atlanta's V-103, to expand presence in Black radio markets....
Cumulus Media & Westwood One: George’s Burial
CUMULUS MEDIA and Westwood One will air an 8 minute 46 second tribute to George Floyd on June 9th across urban radio stations nationwide, honoring...
