Spotify Flies High As Pandora’s Path Peaks
Pandora has been on a consumer and advertiser-targeted marketing blitz, and it continues under Sirius XM Satellite Radio ownership. But, is it all for naught, from a now-passé provider of streaming audio? New data from eMarketer suggests that's the case.
IPO, Direct Listing Among iHeart’s Post-BK Options
Is no news good news? The nation's No. 1 owner of AM and FM radio stations issued a statement today indicating that it is evaluating potential paths "to achieve its listing" following its long-awaited emergence from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, expected soon.
Imus 2, Wolf 0: Veteran Sportscaster Loses ‘Ageism’ Appeal
The battle between a famous sportscaster known for his TV and radio work and one of the most successful radio hosts in history saw the former handed a second defeat in New York State court on Thursday. Why? It's a jurisdictional matter, state judges say.
Local Media From Tijuana? Still Solid For San Diego
It turns out there's nothing to worry about for listeners on both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border of three radio stations based in Baja California serving listeners in San Diego.
After 45 Years, A Knoxville FM Heads To New Owner
In March 2018, a Tennessee radio veteran who acquired a Class A FM in 1974 bought an AM in what’s colloquially known to some as “Scruffy City.” Six months later, this broadcaster sold the AM. Now, it is selling the FM after 45 years of ownership.
Hoffman’s House Shifts From Indy To Twin Cities
What happens when the cluster of stations you've been overseeing as SVP/Market Manager and, before that, as a longtime sales leader gets sold?In the case of Ben Hoffman, it involves a bump up in market size at the company he joined nearly eight years ago.
Impairment Losses, Management Guidance Examined At Entercom
Villamayor Capital closely examined two things that stood out in Entercom's Q4 2018 results. One was an unexpected impairment loss. The other was optimism about the growth prospects for the radio broadcasting company from Entercom's C-Suite.
Hey, Radio! Check Out Pandora’s ‘Sound On’ Effort
Attention radio industry C-Suiters: Pesky audio streaming pioneer Pandora, now owned by Sirius XM Satellite Radio, is at it again with its aggressive marketing efforts to attract and inspire listeners. The 12-week, six-market "Sound On" brand campaign is worth noting.
Podcast: How The Power Of Sound Can Reshape Radio
"The Power of Sound," and the proliferation of digitally delivered audio, is reshaping the radio industry. Companies that target Hispanic consumers are no different, and that's why the two topics generated buzz at the 2019 Hispanic Radio Conference.
Jones Joins Skyview For Key Executive Role
Steve Jones joined ABC News Radio in 1986 following a year as an on-air host for the station that put Howard Stern in morning drive in New York for the first time. He would ultimately become VP/GM and Executive Producer. Now, 33 years later, Jones is exiting ABC.
New HD Receiver Could Help In These Key Markets
Inovonics' third-generation, small form-factor FM and FM-band HD Radio broadcast monitor receiver is now being shipped. Owners of radio stations in 10 distinct markets may want to take note of this product roll-out, based on fresh HD Radio consumption data.
Enforcement Bureau Officially Welcomes EEO Team
With Thursday's publication in the Federal Register, the FCC has officially shifted its Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) team from the Media Bureau.
NABOB Media Sales Institute Solidifies ’19 Scholarship Awards
The Media Sales Institute (MSI) is an intense ten-day program designed to properly expose and prepare career changers, college graduates and military personnel (Post 9-11) for a career in media sales.
Why Did Townsquare Shares Stumble On Thursday?
By all accounts, Townsquare Media had a strong Q4 2018. Yet, shares were off by more than 7% in midday trading before a rebound. Why? It could have nothing to do with Townsquare but everything to do with the private equity firm that controls it.
Spanish-language Radio’s Potential Growth Via Smart Speakers
When asked if they owned a smart speaker, nearly all of the Hispanic Radio Conference attendees raised their hands. But, what are Spanish-language radio station owners doing to promote their stations on this device heralded as bringing AM and FM back into the home?