CBS Radio aux tower gets reviewed
The proposed auxiliary AM tower would be built next to the existing AM tower near the Moorestown-Cinnaminson, NJ border: The 425-ft. tower for 50-kW WPHT-AM—located in an open field—was built roughly 60 years ago (before most of the surrounding homes) and a number of Cinnaminson residents say it’s been a source of disturbances ever since. Now they’re concerned a proposed second tower will create even more problems.
Emmis buys WBLS-FM, WLIB-AM NYC
Emmis Communications has reached an agreement with YMF Media to purchase heritage Urban AC WBLS-FM and
CNN Radio en Espanol adds 456 global affiliates
Stardome Radio Networks has cleared 456 new affiliates via its syndicated partnership with CNN en Español
Local Radio Freedom Act gets more support
The Local Radio Freedom Act (LRFA), which opposes imposition of a new performance royalty on AM and FM radio stations, has added a bipartisan coalition of five Members of the House of Representatives as co-sponsors. The LRFA is now currently co-sponsored by 193 Members of the House and 12 Senators.
Entercom Q4 down; optimism for Q1
It was another tough quarter for Entercom, but not as bad as in Q3, when revenue fell 4% from
USRN adds The Forgotten 45’s
United Stations Radio Networks will be distributing a new weekend show geared to Oldies and Classic Hits radio stations called The Forgotten 45’s. The program, which will be produced and hosted by Bobby Bitman, marks an expansion of the network’s lineup of offerings for Classic Hits/Oldies stations.
Most listeners upset with format changes
New research from Mark Kassof & Co. reveals that 84% of 18-64 radio listeners in the U.S. agree (strongly or at least slightly) with the statement: “It upsets you when a radio station you like changes format,” and 44% agree strongly. Only 16% disagree, with a mere 5% disagreeing strongly.
Curtis Media buys another NC translator
It seems Curtis is going to eventually own every translator in the state: Eastern Airwaves, LLC, an affiliate of Curtis Media, has agreed to purchase the CP for translator...
New Phoenix Alternative rocker coming
San Tan Educational Media has been granted a CP for an LPFM on 106.7 mHz in Mesa, AZ, suburban Phoenix. The station has applied for KUKQ-LP as its call letters. KUKQ already streams at http://www.kukqfm.com/
Labels up the ante on SiriusXM suit
The lawsuit filed in September between Sony, Universal, and Warner vs. SiriusXM is over
RadioDiscussions.com returns to radio
Deborah Parenti, Executive Vice President-Radio of Streamline Publishing, Inc. has announced
Canadian broadcaster Murray Brown dies at 97
The Globe and Mail posted an obit about the 50-year broadcaster who passed away 2/4. He was involved with CFPL radio and TV in...
Envision rebrands to reflect bigger offering
“Envision Networks” is the new name and branding for Envision Radio Networks. The 11-year-old media network, which provides content and services to more than...
Edgefest 24 set in Dallas
Clear Channel’s 102.1 The Edge (KDGE-FM) announced Edgefest 24 is set for April 26 at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, TX. The double staged, day-long...
Smasher named co-host at KOOL-FM
Smasher has inked a deal with CBS Radio’s 94.5 KOOL-FM Phoenix to serve as co-host of the station’s morning show alongside Maria Knight. The...