What Can iHeart Do?
iHeart is vigorously defending itself from default notices.
Swipe app is apropos for radio
There’s a new way to find and bookmark terrestrial radio stations.
Serious Gains for SiriusXM
The numbers that refer to piles of cash were all recorded in black ink
CBS Radio adding markets via HD for WBZ, WFAN, KROQ, KSCF
A great idea for HD Radio multicast use: Bring popular stations from one market to another. CBS Radio is bringing four of its most...
Audacy Corp. Shares Battered Again On NYSE
With a delisting notice all but imminent short a reverse stock split, Audacy Corp. shares on Monday slumped to their lowest closing price yet, on heavier-than-usual trading volume. It puts further pressure on President/CEO David Field and CFO Rich Schmaeling to bring a NYSE solution to the company.
Boston Media Veteran Buys A Radio Station
If you've ever spent time in Boston radio, you likely are familiar with the name Clark Smidt. He's well-known as the architect of "Softrock 103," the former WEEI-FM, and today serves as radio programming consultant focused on New England and New York State. Now, Smidt is becoming a licensee.
Investors Sour On ETM As Field Touts Ad Rebound
Entercom President/CEO David Field lauded the "great process" the audio media company had made with its ongoing advertising revenue rebound. However, investors weren't thrilled with the company's Q3, it appears. In early afternoon trading on Friday, ETM was off nearly 7% of Thursday's close.
A Key Townsquare Investor Increases Its Stake
As of September 29, 2021, the second-largest investor in Townsquare Media reported having a 6.39% stake in the "local first" owner of radio stations in small and medium-sized markets. It has now revealed in a SEC filing that it has taken a bigger position in Townsquare.
Sirius XM Canada asking to cut artist fees
After years of losses, Sirius XM Canada wants to renegotiate the terms of its license to save millions of dollars a year. The Toronto-based...
Sirius XM ending the year on a high note
The news lately has been nothing but good for Sirius XM. The satellite radio company passed 20 million subscribers, renewed its top star
WRIF welcomes “Dave and Chuck the Freak”
The duo take mornings at Greater Media’s heritage Detroit rocker, replacing Drew & Mike. WRIF told its listeners Drew and Mike were going to be replaced with a pair that projected a younger, edgier vibe. Drew and Mike show ended last week after 22 years. "Dave and Chuck" will start 6 a.m. 5/28. Dave Hunter and Chuck “the Freak” Urquhart were previously on Alternative 89X, CIMX-FM Windsor, ON (right across the Detroit River).
NAB Radio Show debuts “East Coast Super Talent”
The NAB Radio Show will include a session highlighting some of the great on-air personalities that originate from the Eastern seaboard. Titled "East Coast...
Townsquare Media Names co-CEOs as Price ‘Transitions’ To New Role
The owner of radio stations in small and medium-sized markets on Monday afternoon promoted Bill Wilson and Dhruv Prasad to the respective roles of Co-Chief Executive Officer. As a result, Townsquare founder and CEO Steven Price is transitioning to the role of Executive Chairman of the Board. In addition, Erik Hellum has been appointed COO of Local Media.
Rangel joins Performance Tax opposition
Ho, hum – the NAB announced that another nine lawmakers have signed on to oppose RIAA’s performance royalties efforts. But wait! There’s a big...
Valdosta AM headed to new owner
The contract for the sale of WTHV-AM Hahira GA was a little unusual at first glance