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.
DTS AutoStage, HD Radio Parent Makes Progress In Q4
"Our outlook for fiscal year 2024 indicates the progress we are making toward increased profitability, improved cash flow, and achieving our three-year targets for Xperi’s independent media platforms," company CEO Jon Kirchner said.
The InFOCUS Podcast: Chris Hayes
In this InFOCUS Podcast, presented by dot.FM, we chat with Zimmer Marketing of Joplin, Mo., OM Chris Hayes, who shares how its delivering results to its clients in this corner of Southwestern Missouri through the combined power of broadcast and digital media.
Georgia Talk Host Fights For OpenAI Case Remand
The attorney representing a talk show and podcast host has asked a federal appeals court to remand a case against OpenAI LLC to a Georgia Superior Court — a move that would give legal fees to the air personality who says he's the victim of a ChatGPT "hallucination."
With N.Y. Jets Move, WEPN’s Future Gains Spotlight
A 12-year lease agreement between Disney and Emmis tied to WEPN-FM in New York, assumed by Good Karma Brands at the end of 2021, is nearing its end. Now, a National Football League team's shift to a new radio broadcast partner has renewed questions as to what's next for the station.
The InFOCUS Podcast: Eddie Esserman
What's it like to be a broker today? "I think we are in the middle of a cycle," says Eddie Esserman, Managing Director of Media Services Group. "It's very cold but not frozen ... Deals are being done." Learn more in this fresh InFOCUS Podcast, presented by dot.FM.