Google leaving radio business
From the company's official blog: "We have decided to exit the broadcast radio business and focus our efforts in online streaming audio. We will...
More stock grants for Citadel execs
RBR First: As shareholders of Citadel Broadcasting watch their shares trade on Wall Street for pocket change, the directors of the company have been handing out new stock grants to the top
Moody’s not surprised by Citadel’s Chapter 11 talk
Moody's Investors Service said that Citadel Broadcasting Corporation's discussions with its lenders, including the possibility of seeking relief through a Chapter
Indie 103.1 named best station
Entravision Communications’ LA-based Indie Rock simulcast “Indie 103.1” has been named the “Best Radio Station in the United States” by Rolling Stone Magazine. Known...
Senate passes the Local Community Radio Act
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV) had the body putting in overtime on Saturday 12/18/10, and among other things, the senators passed the
Pandora’s Latest Plan To Drain Radio’s Ad Dollars
Understanding "the contextual affinities and nuances" of every radio market in the U.S. is key to connecting with listeners "in a mindset that matters." Yet, it is not a radio group but SiriusXM-owned Pandora that is telling potential marketers and advertising clients key facts about listeners in markets of all sizes. It's just another slap in the face of an industry that still doesn't get it, our editor-in-chief opines.
Mike & Mike in the Morning air live from a listener’s home
ESPN Radio’s Mike & Mike in the Morning has originated from the Super Bowl, NBA Finals, MLB All-Star Game, Indy 500, Kentucky Derby and...
Urban One Decides When To Reveal Its Q3 Results
The media company superserving African American consumers has selected the date on which it will release its third quarter earnings results and hold a conference call to discuss its fiscal report card. What can Urban One shareholders and other interested parties expect to hear from CEO Alfred Liggins III.
92.3 WIL to host “Cornbread's Big Fat Wedding 2”
They've done it before, but not quite as big as this one. 92.3 WIL St. Louis announced their plans to host “Cornbread's Big Fat...
Slap Shot: Blues Swap KMOX For A Hubbard/STL FM
In May 2017, Entercom raised eyebrows by luring a highly respected sports executive as its very first President of what will be called “Entercom Sports.” It was part of a plan to become the No. 1 sports talk and play-by-play company across many of its markets. In the Gateway City, the company and the team made a mutual decision to end a relationship dating to 1974.
Doug Stephan’s “Good Day Crowdfunding” Show launches
Doug Stephan's Good Day national talk show is inviting entrepreneurs to the largest crowdfunding pitchfest ever. The Good Day Crowdfunding Show brings the buzz...
Stock buys show confidence
The founding family of Entercom is continuing to buy up shares of the company’s stock in the open market. Both Joe and David Field have been shelling out their own cash to buy stock
“Cita con el Doctor” details Swine Flu
While the worries about the new swine flu virus and the possible influenza pandemic increases worldwide, Grupo Latino de Radio’s “Cita con el Doctor”...
Westwood One finally rebounding
Westwood One CEO Peter Kosann declared the cost cutting over and said the company is again focused on investing in growth. WW1 reported that...
Trustee Chosen By Nevada Bankruptcy Court For Stolz Stations
It's official. The U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Nevada has signed off on an order selecting a trustee who will gain control of three FM radio stations licensed to LLCs affiliated with Royce International Broadcasting, owned by embattled owner Ed Stolz.