KDFC Poised For East Bay Boost
A Classical radio network today owned by the University of Southern California serving the Bay Area is about to grow again. KDFC is positioning itself to bring a signal to the eastern portion of the market.
SCPR To Join America Amplified Election 2024 Initiative
South Carolina Public Radio is deepening its engagement with communities across the Palmetto State this year by partnering with other public radio stations across the country in the America Amplified Election 2024 initiative hosted by the leading NPR Member station in Indiana.
The InFOCUS Podcast: Joe D’Angelo
With strong momentum out of the CES conference and ahead to the 2024 NAB Show, Xperi is poised to have a breakout year. In this InFOCUS Podcast, presented by dot.FM, the company's Joe D'Angelo shares the latest — including the hot growth forecast for the DTS AutoStage product.
MIW Gender Analysis Study Suggests Need For Further Growth
Women holding the General Manager position in 2023 increased from last year, showing healthy gains from 2004. However, lingering industry challenges point to the need for continued growth in gender equity, new data released Thursday by Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio, Inc., show.
‘AM Radio For Every Vehicle’ Bill Hits Key Co-Sponsor Number
Congressional legislation that would require the U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg to issue a rule requiring access to AM broadcast stations in motor vehicles, and for other purposes, is one step closer to getting approved in the House of Representatives.
Pugh To Also Lead Audacy’s Seattle Stations
The SVP/Market Manager for the company's Phoenix stations is adding similar duties for its radio stations serving the Seattle-Tacoma market. The additional responsibilities come as the individual who has held the role since 2009 is retiring.
Instreamatic Study Demonstrates ‘Consumer Readiness’ for A.I. Ads
With all of the talk about audio advertising created through the use of artificial intelligence, are consumers ready — and willing — to embrace the production advancement? A new study concludes now is the time to bring both generic and personalized AI ad variations to the audio world.
Meta’s ASP Wind-Down Will Impact Entravision
The parent of Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram told Entravision on Monday that it intends to wind down its Authorized Sales Partner (ASP) program by July 1. This could reduce the company's EBITDA and revenue in a significant way.
A New Brew From Seattle’s ‘Mens Room’
For more than a decade, Audacy's KISW-FM in Seattle has benefited local charities by bringing its own branded liquor of choice to consumers. Now, the station's afternoon show is working with a new brewery partner with the launch of an IPA whose sales will benefit Fisher House.
FCC Sends Two More Pirate Radio Warnings
Two fresh "Notice of Illegal Pirate Radio Broadcasting" notices were dispatched by the FCC on Monday. One is based on the investigation of unlicensed activity in Greenville, S.C., while the other involves illegal broadcasts in the leafy suburb of Maplewood, N.J.
Two Las Vegas FMs Bet On ‘MaxxCasting’ For Signal Boosts
Until recently, a pair of FM radio stations serving Las Vegas with "rimshot" signals had better coverage of St. George, Utah, than much of Southern Nevada. Now, thanks to an agreement with GeoBroadcast Solutions, these two facilities are poised to increase their listener base — and their revenue.
‘CD 92.9’ Home Up For Sale In Ohio Capital
A Columbus, Ohio, TV station has confirmed the building housing the "CD" radio studios and offices — and the Big Room Bar — is on the market. The news comes after the late January revelation that over-the-air broadcasts of the longtime Alternative station at 92.9 MHZ have ended.
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Aldean Eatery Will Get An iHeartRadio Studio
What's noteworthy about the forthcoming Pittsburgh eatery tied to Country artist Jason Aldean isn't so much what's cooking in the kitchen. Instead, patrons may be intrigued to see what's sizzling in the branded studio coming to the restaurant, thanks to iHeartMedia.
Ed Stolz Bankruptcy Case Could Shift To Chapter 7 Status
In a move designed to rapidly clear away his debts, embattled former radio station owner Ed Stolz has shifted his Nevada federal bankruptcy from Chapter 11 to Chapter 7 — a liquidation move that comes following his recent sale of property in Rancho Mirage, Calif.
A Q4 Revenue Street Beat For iHeartMedia
A dip in revenue, along with a significant decline in year-over-year net income, led the company to register a $1.1 billion net loss for the full year of 2023, widening a full-year net loss seen in 2022. Yet, it was a better-than-expected Q4 for iHeartMedia, and that's the key takeaway when looking closely at its performance.