Cogeco: Overcoming ‘Turbulent’ Radio Advertising Once Again
It is the company that operates the Breezeline MVPD formerly known as Atlantic Broadband in the U.S. and a collection of radio stations across the province of Québec, including CKOI-FM and "The Beat 92.5" in Montréal. Cogeco Communications has unveiled its fiscal Q2 2026 earnings report. What's the big takeaway?
Back Bay Gridlock Stops Beasley/Boston Sales Growth
With the radio industry's eyes on Beasley Monday morning, investors and competitors were likely eager to spot a sign that could provide an insightful preview to what might be seen from other companies set to release their fourth-quarter 2017 and full-year earnings reports. Beasley's Q4 results, however, offer little for prognosticators seeking wisdom. There is one thing, however, that some industry observers may zero in on: There was zero ad growth in Boston for Beasley in Q4.
The InFOCUS Podcast: Nate Adams, WRSA/Huntsville
He's in charge of sales for a standalone station in Market No. 108, a city that is dominated by three big companies. How is "Mix 96.9" in Huntsville, Ala., able to survive and thrive, in particular today? That's just one question GM and GSM Nate Adams tackles in this InFOCUS Podcast, presented by dot.FM. LISTEN HERE
LPFM grassroots effort kicks off
The Prometheus Radio Project is thrilled that its central issue, low power FM, is closer than ever to getting a huge shot in the arm courtesy of the Local Community Radio Act, which just moved out of the House
A Wynn Win Deal For Sirius XM
The casino resort hotel that serves as the unofficial hub for Radio at the NAB Show is celebrating the opening of a "state-of-the-art" broadcast studio located inside its sprawling Las Vegas Strip facility. Just don't expect to see any over-the-air radio talent using the studio for work associated with an AM or FM.
Former Interep employees to be paid at last
Some 250 former employees of Interep have claims pending with the bankruptcy court for severance payments. Now they are on the verge of receiving payments. In his motion seeking permission from the US Bankruptcy Court to pay the former employees
Looking For an FM Translator?
Cavell Mertz created a search tool to help AM owners find an FM translator.
Last Wilks Station Sold
The paperwork for the sale of Jeff Wilks last station is now at the commission.
WBAP mistakenly announces death of George H.W. Bush
As most of us know, George H.W. Bush, the country's 41st president, has been in a Houston hospital for more than a month now,...
Bogey Broadcasting Rocks Corpus Christi
An FM originating across the bay from Corpus Christi TX is going to a new owner.
Broadcasters Hail Expected Music License Decision
Radio & television music license committees anticipate favorable DOJ decision on ASCAP, BMI consent decrees.
Performance tax resistance nears critical mass
The National Association of Broadcasters announced that it now counts 214 supporters for the Local Radio Freedom Act, a measure that would head off
Upsized And Exclusive: A Bigger iHeart Private Note Offering
On Thursday iHeartMedia's “iHeartCommunications” subsidiary said it will offer $500 million aggregate principal amount of Senior Secured Notes due 2027. Some industry observers predicted this private offering would be oversubscribed. That happened, and quickly.
Death Sentence for California CP
A construction permit for a station earmarked for Helendale CA was declared
TargetSpot signs Nassau Broadcasting
Soundpedia and FNX Radio. Streaming media advertising company TargetSpot announced partnerships with Nassau Broadcasting Partners, Soundpedia.com and FNX Radio, bringing over 50 new stations...