iHeartMedia Rolls Out The Jingle Ball 2022 Lineups In 11 Markets

iHEARTMEDIA celebrates the holiday season across the nation with its annual iHEARTRADIO JINGLE BALL TOUR 2022, presented by CAPITAL ONE.

This yearly music event captures the music and holiday spirit of the iHEARTRADIO APP with performances by this year’s biggest artists including: DUA LIPA, LIZZO, JACK HARLOW, SAM SMITH, PITBULL, CHARLIE PUTH, BACKSTREET BOYS, BLACK EYED PEAS, DEMI LOVATO, THE KID LAROI, KHALID, TATE MCRAE, LEWIS CAPALDI, and more with stops in DALLAS/FT. WORTH; LOS ANGELES; CHICAGO; DETROIT; NEW YORK; BOSTON; PHILADELPHIA; WASHINGTON, D.C.; ATLANTA; TAMPA and MIAMI/FT. LAUDERDALE. 

iHEARTMEDIA Chief Programming Officer TOM ... more »

Liz Hernandez Joins KTVW (94.7 The Wave)/Los Angeles For Mornings

AUDACY Rhythmic AC KTWV (94.7 THE WAVE)/LOS ANGELES brings in LIZ HERNANDEZ for mornings 6a-12p (PT), starting MONDAY (10/3). HERNANDEZ has spent the last 15 years working on television, including stints with MTV NEWS, E! NEWS CHANNEL, and has appeared on shows including “THE TALK” and “GOSSIP QUEEN.”

AUDACY RVP/SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA JEFF FEDERMAN said, “LIZ’s familiarity and history with SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA make her a perfect fit to take the reins of The Wave’s morning drive. We’re certain she will deliver a fresh, dynamic morning show that resonates with the Wave’s community.”

HERNANDEZ said, “This truly is a homecoming to my first love, radio, and what better way than with a morning show at The Wave. I am incredibly proud to be a Latina in this space and to represent my culture and community, and grateful for the opportunity to be a voice for the beautiful people of LOS ANGELES. I am excited to bring my energy and years of experience and to continue to celebrate this amazing city.”

Radio On Alert: South Carolina Coastal Areas Brace For Hurricane Ian's Landfall

HURRICANE IAN, which regained Cat 1 Hurricane strength in the ATLANTIC OCEAN. has made landfall near GEORGETOWN, SC, as of 2:05p (ET) not far from CHARLESTON, SC packing wind speeds of 85 mph. 

CNN reports: “Hurricane force winds extend up to 70 miles from the center of the storm. Tropical storm-force winds reach up to 275 miles from the center, the NATIONAL HURRICANE CENTER said.

“After landfall, IAN is expected to rapidly transition into a post-tropical system, and see a decrease in its strongest winds as it pushes inland. Still, heavy rain and gusty conditions will impact millions throughout the CAROLINAS and mid-Atlantic states over the ... more »

Audacy Partners With American Media As WAXY-A/Miami Is Set To Flip From Sports-Talk (790 The Ticket) To Spanish Talk (Radio Libre 790) On Monday

AUDACY has a format flip lined up on MONDAY (10/3), as WAXY-A/MIAMI moves from Sports-Talk (790 THE TICKET) to conservative SPANISH Talk and rebrands as RADIO LIBRE 790 in partnership with AMERICAN MEDIA. RADIO LIBRE becomes the nation’s first national conservative HISPANIC network in SPANISH. 

The station will feature AMERICANO MEDIA’s talent, which includes former RADIO MAMBI hosts NELSON RUBIO, DANIA ALEXANDRINO, and LOURDES UBIETA.

AUDACY/MIAMI Regional Pres./Market Mgr. CLAUDIA MENEGUS said, “We’re proud to introduce SPANISH radio to our SOUTH FLORIDA portfolio for the first time ever and empower the voice of so many of our neighbors in ... more »

Concord Acquires Rights To Genesis' Recorded Music, Publishing Catalogs

CONCORD has acquired the publishing and recorded music catalogs of TONY BANKS, PHIL COLLINS and MIKE RUTHERFORD, along with their band GENESIS, according to several reports, including MUSIC BUSINESS WORLDWIDE, which quotes the WALL STREET JOURNAL at valuing the deal at "over $300 million."

CONCORD recently purchased the assets of HITCO ENTERTGAINMENT and AUSTRALIA/NEW ZEALAND-based publisher NATIVE TONGUE. Among its other acquisitions are a majority stake in PULSE MUSIC GROUP, the IMAGINE DRAGONS publishing catalog and DOWNTOWN's copyright portfolio.

CONCORD is also reportedly in the running for the PINK FLOYD catalog.

CONCORD called the ... more »

iHeartMedia Oklahoma Area Pres./Market Mgr. Jon Phillips Exits To Join Youth Scoreboards As CEO

ALL ACCESS has learned THAT iHEARTMEDIA OKLAHOMA Area Pres./Market Mgr. JON PHILLIPS is exiting to join TULSA-based YOUTH SCOREBOARDS as its new CEO. The news was confirmed in a FACEBOOK post by PHILLIPS on SEPTEMBER 28th. He oversaw the iHEART clusters in OKLAHOMA CITY and TULSA.

Prior to joining iHEARTMEDIA in 2012, the now 33-year radio veteran served as GM for RENDA BROADCASTING TULSA, GSM for CBS RADIO/DALLAS, and Dir./National Sales for ENTERCOM/KANSAS CITY.

Report: Ed Sheeran Must Face Trial In 'Thinking Out Loud' Copyright Case

ED SHEERAN is facing a trial in a copyright infringement case involving MARVIN GAYE's 1973 hit, "Let's Get It On," a U.S. judge ruled THURSDAY, according to REUTERS. 

U.S. District Judge LOUIS STANTON denied SHEERAN's bid to dismiss the suit by STRUCTURED ASSET SALES, LLC, which controls a portion of the copyright of the song from co-writer ED TOWNSEND's estate. 

STANTON ruled a jury must decide the case because experts on both sides disagree on whether SHEERAN's song does indeed infringe on the GAYE tune. 

“Although the two musical compositions are not identical, a jury could find that the overlap between the songs' combination of chord progression and harmonic rhythm is very close,” STANTON stated in his ruling.

HILLEL PARNESS, an attorney for STRUCTURED ASSET SALES, said the company is "pleased" with the decision. STANTON ruled that jurors must decide whether SAS can include concert revenue in damages, rejecting SHEERAN’s argument that ticket sales weren’t tied to the alleged infringement.

A similar suit against the singer-songwriter by SAS is currently stayed, and a separate suit by another portion of TOWNSEND’s estate is awaiting trial.

“Thinking Out Loud” peaked at #2 on the BILLBOARD Hot 100 in FEBRUARY 2015. “Let’s Get It On” hit the top spot in SEPTEMBER 1973.

Jane Clauss Joins WLS/Chicago As Morning Show Contributor

Longtime host of NEXSTAR/WGN-TV Ch.9/CHICAGO “Healthy Living CHICAGO” and radio personality JANE CLAUSS joins CUMULUS News/Talk WLS-A (890)/CHICAGO, becoming a morning show contributor for the STEVE COCHRAN SHOW.

WLS PD STEPHANIE TICHENOR said, “I am delighted to welcome JANE CLAUSS on board as a contributor on the STEVE COCHRAN SHOW. JANE is the consummate media professional whose brand has delighted generations of Chicagoans. From her LOOP days to her longtime contributions on ‘Living Healthy Chicago,’ JANE has always been authentically ‘CHICAGO.' I am excited to have her join STEVE as they wake up CHICAGO every weekday morning with what our listeners need to know to get through the day.” 

CLAUSS said, "I'm thrilled to call the BIG 89 my new radio home. Being a part of the legendary WLS call letters and working alongside STEVE COCHRAN every weekday morning is a true honor." 

WHYY/Philadelphia Host Marty Moss-Coane To Leave ‘Radio Times’

After 35 years, longtime WHYY INC. News-Talk WHYY/PHILADELPHIA “Radio Times” Host/Executive Producer MARTY MOSS-COANE announced she will be leaving the show that debuted in 1987 on NOVEMBER 18th.

MOSS-COANE told WHYY listeners, “I feel divided, and I knew I would, in part because I still love doing this show. But after 35 years, I know that I am tired. Also, in my 70s. I don’t mind admitting that. I’m at a point in my life and career where I just need to step back. I need to get off the merry-go-round of the daily grind of a daily show.”

MOSS-COANE will return in JANUARY to host a new, weekly one-hour show called “THE CONNECTION WITH MARTY MOSS-COANE.” She discusses her future in a video clip from WHYY here.

LA Dodgers To Honor Retiring Spanish Announcer Jaime Jarrin

JAIME JARRIN has been the SPANISH radio voice of the LOS ANGELES DODGERS since 1959, the second year the team was in LOS ANGELES after they moved west from BROOKLYN, and he will end his 64-year run at the end of the season and 2022 baseball postseason.

JARRIN, who broadcasts on the DODGERS SPANISH flagship station UNIVISION Spanish News-Talk KTNQ-A/LOS ANGELES, will be honored SATURDAY (10/1) in a pregame ceremony at DODGERS STADIUM that will include his broadcast partners PEPE YNIGUEZ, former DODGERS pitcher and broadcaster FERNANDO VALENZUELA, actor EDWARD JAMES OLMOS, and other dignitaries.

FOX Sports Radio’s LaVar Arrington Partners With John Brenkus & Brinx.TV

FOX SPORTS RADIO’s LAVAR ARRINGTON has partnered with creator and host of SPORT SCIENCE, JOHN BRENKUS, and his sports platform BRINX.TV. As part of the agreement, THE NIL HOUSE, hosted by BRENKUS and ROB VAKA will be the first joint property to be distributed by ARRINGTON’s UP ON GAME PRESENTS podcast feed and BRINX.TV.   

THE NIL HOUSE launches MONDAY, OCTOBER 3rd, at 3p (ET)/12p (PT). Check out the trailer here.

Radio Milwaukee Celebrates 15th Anniversary With New Branding; Mayoral Proclamation

RADIO MILWAUKEE will celebrate its 15th birthday on OCTOBER 1st with a new logo and new branding for its primary station, Triple A WYMS (88Nine)/MILWAUKEE.

“The extension of our RADIO MILWAUKEE brand as the umbrella for our three channels represents the next evolution of this media organization,” said Exec. Dir. MAXIE JACKSON. “By elevating the RADIO MILWAUKEE brand to encompass our three channels – 88Nine, HYFIN and 414MUSIC.FM -- we set each up to grow audience and impact, all with the support of an organization that has 15 years of industry-changing experience behind it.”

“In reimagining the RADIO MILWAUKEE brand, we wanted to achieve ... more »

WHUR/Washington DC To Celebrate 50th Anniversary And Feature Johnny Gill, Marsha Ambrosius

HOWARD UNIVERSITY R&B WHUR (96.3)/WASHINGTON DC is celebrating five decades with the “WHUR 50th ANNIVERSARY NIGHT OF EXCELLENCE” on NOVEMBER 18th at DAR CONSTITUTION HALL. JOHNNIE GILL and MARSHA AMBROSIUS will perform.

GM SEAN PLATER said, “We are proud of our rich history and legacy and these events and celebrations are just another way we want to say thank you to the DMV for keeping us a part of the community for 50 years strong."

PD AL PAYNE added, “Whether they grew up listening to us or just discovered 96.3 WHUR, DMV residents are part of the radio station’s legacy. That’s why we’ve curated this superstar occasion for our listeners’ enjoyment. This is not just a concert. It’s an event."

For more information, check here.

iHeartMedia, Charlamagne Tha God’s The Black Effect Podcast Network Debuts 'The Trap Nerds' In iHeartLand

iHEARTMEDIA and CHARLAMAGNE THA GOD’S THE BLACK EFFECT PODCAST NETWORK debuts TODAY (9/30) a special metaverse episode of “THE TRAP NERDS” IN iHEARTLAND on ROBLOX. It's streaming for users on the main stage at STATE FARM PARK.  

The event begins at 7p (ET) and will run for 48 hours through OCTOBER 1st. There will be a iHEARTLAND encore event in FORTNITE beginning OCTOBER 13th at 7p (ET) through OCTOBER 19th.

Hosts DRE, ELI, TONY and EXAVIER will discuss the last book they read, WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A BLACK NERD (“BLERD”), DRAGON BALL Z, and more. THE TRAP NERDS is a weekly podcast that covers all things nerd culture and beyond; comic books, ANIME, gaming, science fiction, sports, and current events.

For more information, check here.

Today Is International Podcast Day; Join The Celebration By Using #InternationalPodcastDay

Starting in 2014, SEPTEMBER 30^th has been recognized as NATIONAL PODCAST DAY. The celebration has since been rebranded as INTERNATIONAL PODCAST DAY. 

The purpose of the day offers the opportunity to connect with fellow podcasters, podcast listeners, podcast enthusiasts, and leaders in the podcasting industry and draw attention to this rapidly growing and evolving form of entertainment and communication. You can spread the word by telling your friends, sharing podcasts and your social media feeds while using the hashtag #InternationalPodcastDay.

Of course, ALL ACCESS is your source for all sorts of podcast-related news, columns and ideas (click here). And stay tuned for an exciting new development that’s just around the corner.

Japanese Supergroup SG5 Inks To WME For Worldwide Representation

JAPANESE girl supergroup SG5 will be signing to WME for global representation, where their agents will be BEN TOTIS and DAVID BRADLEY. 

SG5 says “We are very honored to sign with WME, a home to so many amazing artists! We can't wait to see what the future holds and are very excited for everyone around the world to hear our music and see our live performances in the future.”

SG5 is co-managed by one of JAPAN's largest entertainment companies LDH JAPAN INC., and THREE SIX ZERO. The group has also enlisted BLOODPOP to serve as executive producer and co-creative director.   Members SAYAKA, KAEDE, MIYUU and RURI all come from the girl group ... more »

Crooked Radio Podcast Programming Added To SiriusXM Progress Channel Through Midterm Elections

The CROOKED MEDIA will be added to the SIRIUSXM Progress Channel’s lineup every weekend until the NOVEMBER midterm elections. The added programming will include POD SAVE AMERICA, LOVETT OR LEAVE IT, POD SAVE THE WORLD, and STRICT SCRUTINY.

The special programming on SiriusXM Progress is part of a broader deal between Crooked Media and SiriusXM. 

Earlier this year, SIRIUSXM and CROOKED MEDIA announced a multi-year agreement that included SXM MEDIA, the advertising sales arm of SIRIUSXM, adding exclusive global ad sales rights to CROOKED MEDIA podcasts. 

Grand Ole Opry Barn Goes Pink For Breast Cancer Awareness

The GRAND OLE OPRY will again this year go pink in support of SUSAN G. KOMEN and the fight against breast cancer. GRAMMY Award winner and OPRY member TRISHA YEARWOOD will flip the switch on OCTOBER 14th, changing the signature barn backdrop pink for the night. 

OCTOBER is national breast cancer awareness month and beginning today (9/30), $5 for every ticket sold for the OCTOBER 14th OPRY show will be donated to SUSAN G. KOMEN.

WTVY (95.5 Your Country)/Dothan Hires Duke Rice As PD/AM Driver; David Sommers No Longer Joining WTVY

DUKE RICE has joined GULF SOUTH COMMUNICATIONS' Country WTVY (95.5 YOUR COUNTRY)/DOTHAN, AL, as PD/morning co-host. DUKE departed PEG BROADCASTING's WOWC (105.3 WOW COUNTRY), McMINNNVILLE-MANCHESTER, TN, in APRIL. He replaces DC DANIELS, who left WTVY in SEPTEMBER of 2021. Congratulate RICE here. 

In other station news, DAVID SOMMERS, who was thought to be headed back to WTVY from crosstown AC WOOF, announced on his FACEBOOK page this morning (9/30) that he has "rescinded my agreement to begin working with WTVY." SOMMERS left WTVY in 2020 after more than 12 years with the group.

Willamette Country Concerts President Pleads Guilty To Wire Fraud And Money Laundering

ANNE HANKINS, former Pres. and minority owner of WILLAMETTE COUNTRY CONCERTS, has pleaded guilty to one count each of wire fraud and money laundering. According to the UNITED STATES ATTORNEY'S OFFICE for the District of OREGON, HANKINS falsified bank statements and financial summaries to influence the sale of her 49% stake in the company to its majority owner. 

WILLAMETTE COUNTRY CONCERTS planned, managed and promoted the annual WILLAMETTE COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL in LINN COUNTY, OR. HANKINS, whose fraud extended over an 18-month period between 2016 and 2018, entered her guilty plea on WEDNESDAY (9/28). 

“With TODAY’s guilty plea, MS. HANKINS has proven herself to be a serial fraudster,” said Criminal Chief for the U.S. ATTORNEY'S OFFICE CRAIG GABRIEL. “Falsifying bank statements and laundering money to fraudulently inflate the value of a company are serious federal crimes.” 

HANKINS, 53, a resident of SPRINGFIELD, OR, faces up to 20 years in prison for wire fraud and up to 10 years for money laundering, plus fines up to $250,000. She will be sentenced on JANUARY 5th, 2023. She has agreed to pay restitution.

Joe Chambers, Founding Member Of Musicians Hall Of Fame And Museum, Passes Away

The music industry is mourning the passing of JOE CHAMBERS, founder and CEO of THE MUSICIANS HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM in downtown NASHVILLE. According to the family, CHAMBERS died peacefully WEDNESDAY (9/28) in a NASHVILLE hospital. 

"The museum was JOE's passion and joy," said museum officials on social media. "During his entire illness, he could not stop talking about how thankful he was for all those who visited the museum, watched the YOUTUBE channel or supported it in any way, He was so thankful to all of you."

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the MUSICIANS HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM. Plans for a celebration of CHAMBERS' life are forthcoming.

Jimmy Buffett Postpones Tour Dates For The Rest Of The Year Citing Health Issues

Singer JIMMY BUFFETT has postponed his tour for the remainder of the year, citing unspecified health issues and a "brief hospitalization." The 75 year-old says he plans on resuming his tour next year. 

The announcement was made on his TWITTER account which said, "Due to health issues and brief hospitalization, JIMMY will need to refrain from touring for the rest of the year. On doctor's orders, he must take this time to recuperate and heal. JIMMY looks forward to getting back on stage next year." 

According to CBS NEWS, "The decision affects BUFFETT's five planned concerts for the rest of the year: two in LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, and one each in CALIFORNIA, UTAH and IDAHO. The LAS VEGAS concerts will be rescheduled from OCTOBER to MARCH 2023, the CALIFORNIA concert will be held on a yet-unannounced date in 2023, and the UTAH and IDAHO concerts will be canceled."

WRNR/Annapolis Announces Cancellation Of Oceans Calling Festival

EMPIRE BROADCASTING Triple A WRNR/ANNAPOLIS has announced that due to unsafe severe weather conditions as a result of HURRICANE IAN, today’s OCEANS CALLING FESTIVAL is cancelled. In lieu of the live event, WRNR has created a virtual commercial free concert, airing live performances by many of the artists scheduled to perform, including DAVE MATTHEWS, O.A.R., THE LUMINEERS, TOAD THE WET SPROCKET, ALANIS MORISSETTE, SUBLIME and more.

Tune on here at 5p (ET).

Compass Media Networks 'Free Beer & Hot Wings' Show Helps Listener In Need With A New Car

COMPASS MEDIA NETWORKS nationally syndicated Morning Show "THE FREE BEER & HOT WINGS SHOW" came to the rescue for a local listener of affiliate OPUS BROADCASTING's Active Rock KROG (96.9 THE ROGUE)/GRANTS PASS, OR through their "Idiots for Underdogs" 501c3 charity. The show responded to a letter from a 17-year-old girl who had listened to the show religiously for many years with her Mom. Every morning she sent a letter to "Idiots for Underdog’s" explaining how her family had fallen on hard times and she needed a car. The team immediately sprang into action.

In the end, listener CARA and her mom were given $20,000 to put towards a new car and she’s now behind the wheel of a 2017 MAZDA 3 TOURING HATCHBACK, from LITHIA TOYOTA of MEDFORD, with zero out of her pocket.

Click here to read CARA's letter and find out how it all went down.

Live In The Vineyard & Sony Music Latin Partner To Expand Event With Latin Track

LIVE IN THE VINEYARD, in partnership with SONY MUSIC LATIN, will expand on its annual Country music event with the first ever Latin track, focusing on Latin artists. The new event, set for NOVEMBER 1-3 in NAPA VALLEY, CA, will feature artists REIK, KANY GARCÍA, MONSIEUR PERINÉ, DEBI NOVA, TIAGO IORC, GALE, NELLA, ARTHUR HANLON, LUIS FIGUEROA, IR SAIS, ANDY RIVERA, REN KAI and SONY MUSIC NASHVILLE Country duo KAT & ALEX. 

LIVE IN THE VINEYARD brings together music supervisors, radio programmers, DSP curators, label executives, VIPs, corporate hospitality groups, and others to experience new music by today’s most popular established and ... more »

Happy Birthday

Happy Birthday wishes on FRIDAY (9/30) to FIGMEDIA 1 Pres. and Media Entrepreneur BILL FIGENSHU, VUOLO VIDEO AIR-CHEX's ART VUOLO, AUDACY/ROCHESTER VP/Market Mgr. SUSAN MUNN, HOLLYWOOD RECORDS’ MATT DUFFY, KITS/SAN FRANCISCO & KNRK/PORTLAND Brand Mgr. MARK HAMILTON, KATZ MEDIA's GLORIA KESTENBAUM, radio vet GEORGE MCFLY, WHBC/CANTON, OH Content Dir. JAVA JOEL MURPHY, consultant BOB MCNEILL, former KATY/RIVERSIDE-SAN BERNADINO, CA PD TOM LAZAR, SINCLAIR/AUSTIN OM THOMAS CHASE, WXMG and WJYD/COLUMBUS, OH APD DIVINE MARTINO, KCAL/RIVERSIDE-SAN BERNADINO PD DARYL NORSELL, WESTWOOD ONE Dir./Affiliate Sales, Music & Entertainment JULIE BELL, and ... more »

ALL ACCESS ACTION

DAVID DYER, KO-FUNG SHI, DIXIE TIPTON, DANNY COOPER, BEATA MURPHY, JIMMY STEAL, LISA ADAMS, MARK CZARRA, MARISA DI FRISCO, BRI AAB, AARON AXELSEN, JESSICA SHALVOY, ALEX WATERS, DUKE RICE, JON PHILLIPS, TRISHA YEARWOOD, KAT & ALEX, RUSSELL DICKERSON, ZAC BROWN BAND, DREW BALDRIDGE, MARY CENCI, GLEN KALINA, KYLE SMITH, STEVE KINGSTON, ROYCE STEVENSON,  DJ SHADY, HOMIE MIGUEL, CALEB JAMES, KAREN RAIT, SID BLACK, MAX VOLUME, ARTIE GENTILE.

Ian Regains Hurricane Cat 1 Status Set To Assault SC Coast; Leaves Trail Of Large Storm Surges, Flooding, Major Damage In Florida

HURRICANE IAN has made its way across FLORIDA and had lost some energy over land and has now regained Cat 1 Hurricane strength in the ATLANTIC OCEAN. HURRICANE IAN, with maximum sustained winds of 75 mph, is located about 240 miles SOUTH of CHARLESTON, SC, and is moving toward the NORTH-NORTHEAST at 10 mph.

CNN reports, “On the forecast track, IAN will approach the coast of SOUTH CAROLINA on FRIDAY. The center will move farther inland across the CAROLINAS into FRIDAY night and SATURDAY.”

However, WEDNESDAY (9/28) was another story all together. NAPLES, SANIBEL ISLAND, CAPTIVA, FT. MYERS BEACH, PUNTA GORDA, BONITA and PORT CHARLOTTE took it on ... more »

Iconic Rapper Coolio Passes Away At 59

COOLIO has died at the age of 59, according to TMZ. 

The rapper, who experienced success in the '90s, was visiting a friend when he passed away. His longtime manager JAREZ said COOLIO went to the bathroom and never returned. His friend called EMTs, who arrived and pronounced the hip-hop star dead on the scene of cardiac arrest. An official cause of death has not been determined.

COOLIO, whose real name was ARTIS LEON IVEY JR., emerged on the L.A. rap scene in the late '80s, and scored a huge hit when he recorded "Gangsta's Paradise," a song based on an interpolation from STEVIE WONDER's "Pastime Paradise," for the soundtrack of the film, "Dangerous Minds." The song topped the pop charts for three weeks. His other hit was "Fantastic Voyage," which sampled the same song by LAKESIDE and went to #3 on the Hot 100 in 1994.

Adams Radio Group Acquired By Adams Radio Acquisitions

LAKEVILLE, MN-based ADAMS RADIO GROUP President/CEO RON STONE announced that ADAMS RADIO GROUP is being acquired by ADAMS RADIO ACQUISITIONS, a new entity controlled by shareholders who were investors in the company when the group was originally formed in 2013. The company will continue operating under the ADAMS RADIO GROUP banner.

The acquisition is expected to be completed by DECEMBER 31st. ADAMS RADIO owns and operates 18 stations in four markets. According to sources close to the new shareholders, plans are to continue to build upon the past 10 years and add new markets as opportunities present themselves.  

Commented STONE, "I am grateful ... more »

R. Kelly Ordered To Pay Victim For STD & Therapy

A judge in BROOKLYN, NY ordered jailed singer R. KELLY to pay one of the victims of his sex trafficking and racketeering case over $300,000 in restitution, money that will go toward psychological services and her treatment of herpes.

COURTHOUSE NEWS is reporting that the woman, who testified under the name “JANE,” met the singer when she was 17 and he was 48. During their five-year relationship, she described on the witness stand the physical and mental abuse she alleged to have sustained. Another victim, identified as “STEPHANIE” during the trial, will receive $8,400 in mental health treatment costs.

KELLY already owes at least $450,000 in restitution stemming from his previous trial where he was ordered to serve 30 years in prison. KELLY remains in a CHICAGO detention center after he was convicted in ILLINOIS in a separate case on charges including conspiracy and child pornography.

WMG Pacts With OpenSea To Expand Web3 Opportunities For Artists

WARNER MUSIC GROUP partners with OPENSEA to extend fan communities in Web3 for WMG artists. The deal provides WMG artists early access to OPENSEA’s new drops product, along with improved discoverability, personalized storytelling on customized landing pages. In addition, WMG artists will get their own dedicated drop page to host limited-edition projects to open new opportunities for fans to engage with music and artists.   

"Fundamental to music’s DNA, is community – its artists and fans coming together to celebrate the music that they love," said WMG Chief Digital Officer & EVP/Business Development OANA RUXANDRA. "Our collaboration with ... more »

Capitol Records Group Signs Japanese Boy Band Travis Japan

CAPITOL MUSIC GROUP has signed TRAVIS JAPAN from JOHNNY & ASSOCIATES, JAPAN's leading talent management agency.  The group will make their  international debut on OCTOBER 28TH with a worldwide release on CAPITOL RECORDS.

TRAVIS JAPAN was originally formed when TRAVIS PAYNE, MICHAEL JACKSON's choreographer, was asked by JOHNNY & ASSOCIATES to help them form a group that would be able to grow on a global scale. The group was named "TRAVIS JAPAN" after him.

The group has been active since 2017 with its current seven members, performing original songs and live concerts in arena-scale venues. 

Having spent time in the U.S., the band further improved ... more »

Wahoo Music Acquires 50% Publishing And Recording Catalogs Of Oro Solido

WAHOO MUSIC announces it has acquired 50% ownership of music publishing and recorded music rights of ORO SOLIDO. The new formed music investment group headed by PAUL TARNOPOL and JAMAR CHESA deal is with RAUL ACOSTA, who acquired the rights in 2016 from PLATANO RECORDS, the label that originally released the merengue group's recordings. The catalog includes 10 studio albums, four live albums, and three "Best Of" compilations.

Also announced in the acquisition are the group’s future "Greatest Hits," live and/or acoustic albums plus SOUND EXCHANGE and neighboring rights royalties for every album in the catalog.

WAHOO MUSIC President JAMAR CHESS ... more »

Jacobs Media Returns To CES With Private Custom Tours For Broadcasters

JACOBS MEDIA will be back at the CONSUMER ELECTRONICS SHOW in 2023, conducting its custom tours of the annual convention for broadcasters.

“We began bringing broadcasters to CES because we believed it was essential to understand how radio fits into the world of technology,” said JACOBS MEDIA Pres. FRED JACOBS. “This year marks our 14th CES and each year brings new ideas and vision for how radio can continue its transformation into multimedia companies that are relevant and successful.”

“CES is about resilience, innovation, and trend-spotting. Our first curated tour in 2017 was geared to CEOs, but now we want everyone in the business to have ... more »

Former Capitol Records CEO Jeff Vaughn Launches Signal Records

Former CAPITOL MUSIC GROUP Chairman/CEO Jeff Vaughn is creating a joint venture with COLUMBIA RECORDS and launching SIGNAL RECORDS, based in LOS ANGELES.

COLUMBIA RECORDS Chairman/CEO RON PERRY said, “I’ve admired JEFF’s work from afar for a while. He has incredible musical instincts, an infectious work ethic, and great passion. I’m looking forward to working together on this new chapter.”

VAUGHN rose to chairman and CEO of CAPITOL MUSIC GROUP after joining CAPITOL RECORDS as president. He was previously the VP/A&R at ARTIST PARTNER GROUP, which was part of WARNER MUSIC GROUP’s ATLANTIC RECORDS.

Benztown Creates Coolio Audio Tribute

BENZTOWN has created an audio tribute to rapper COOLIO, who passed away yesterday (9/28) in LOS ANGELES at age 59.

The tribute was written by THOMAS GREEN, voiced by MIKE SANTOS, and produced by ROYCE STEVENSON.

Listen to the tribute here.

Samantha Bee Chosen To Host New York Public Radio’s 2022 Gala

NEW YORK PUBLIC RADIO announced that SAMANTHA BEE, whose show on TBS Full Frontal with SAMANTHA BEE was canceled after seven seasons this year, will host their annual gala scheduled for NOVEMBER 9th at the PLAZA HOTEL in NEW YORK CITY.

This year’s NYPR gala honoree BROOKE GLADSTONE is the host and managing editor of "On the Media," WNYC’s weekly investigation program. The gala will also include a performance by the KRONOS QUARTET. 

Past Gala performers and hosts include JULIANNA MARGULIES, JOHN TUTURRO, WYNTON MARSALIS, and CYNTHIA NIXON.   

Producer ALT Jacob & Wicked Money Family Launch Venture With Republic Records & Imperial Distribution

Producer and WICKED MONEY FAMILY FOUNDER ATL JACOB has partnered with REPUBLIC RECORDS and he is expected to unveil his upcoming debut as an artist on the label soon. Additionally, various releases from WICKED MONEY FAMILY’s roster of producers, artists, and creatives will be released under this partnership and distributed through IMPERIAL DISTRIBUTION.

JACOB's discography spans chart-topping #1 albums and multiplatinum songs for artists like FUTURE, KANYE WEST, DRAKE, MONEYBAGG YO, KODAK BLACK, RODDY RICCH, and more. His imprint can be heard on FUTURE’s blockbuster I NEVER LIKED YOU, which has dominated 2022 as the year’s biggest rap album.

JACOB said, “I’m honored to join the REPUBLIC family. I’m thankful to MONTE, AVERY, GLENN, and DANIELLE for the opportunity and believing in me as an artist. I look forward to showing the world that ATL JACOB is more than just beats.”

The Mix Group Honors Coolio With A/V Tribute

The tributes to COOLIO keep on comin'. The rapper passed away yesterday (9/29) in LOS ANGELES at age 59, and today THE MIX GROUP honored the artist with a audio/video tribute, which you can check out here. Use the password cooliotribute.

KOOL-F (Big 94.5)/Phoenix Launches With New Weekday Lineup, Extended Oldies/Adult Hits Format

AUDACY Oldies/Adult Hits KOOL-F (BIG 94.5)/PHOENIX will launch with a new weekday lineup beginning OCTOBER 10th,including LARA SCOTT (10a-2p PT), NIKO (2p-7p PT) and KADEN (7p-12a PT).

Commented AUDACY PHOENIX SVP/Market Manager DAVE PUGH, “Since KOOL’s first broadcast over half a century ago, the station has provided 'THE VALLEY with the very best the classic hits format has to offer and we’re thrilled to usher in this next chapter with BIG 94.5, which will exceed the expectations of our current audience by bringing a more up-tempo delivery, and playing the 'Big Hits' from the '70s, '80s and the '90s.” 

ALL ACCESS has learned that morning co-host /10a-1p (PT) host DEE GARCIA and afternoon host CHARLIE HUERO were let go in the flip.

You can reach GARCIA here.

Alan Jackson To Receive CMT's Artist Of A Lifetime Award

CMT will honor Country star ALAN JACKSON with its 2022 "CMT Artist Of A Lifetime" award. The honor will be presented at this year's "CMT Artists Of The Year" special, premiering on the network OCTOBER 14th at 8p (CT). 

JACKSON will join the ranks of previous "Artist Of A Lifetime" winners, including RANDY TRAVIS (2021), REBA McENTIRE (2019), LORETTA LYNN (2018), SHANIA TWAIN (2016), KENNY ROGERS (2015) and MERLE HAGGARD (2014). 

“I believe I’ve made more videos than just about anybody, and I know how important they have been in bringing my songs to life for the fans, so thank you CMT for all the years and for this sweet honor,” said JACKSON. ... more »

New Roles For Kelley Bradshaw And Aubrey Wilson At Big Loud Records

At BIG LOUD RECORDS, Coord./Promotion KELLEY BRADSHAW has been upped to Dir./Southwest Promotion, succeeding BRITTANI KOSTER, who shifted to the Sr. Mgr./Streaming role (NET NEWS 9/28). At the same time, Coord./Data & Analytics AUBREY WILSON moves into the BRADSHAW’s former Coord./Promotion role.

Both BRADSHAW and WILSON joined the label in 2021 (NET NEWS 7/22/21). Prior to BIG LOUD, BRADSHAW was afternoon host at CUMULUS MEDIA Country WKDF/NASHVILLE, where she worked from 2018-2020. Before that, she was part of the "KEN, KELLEY, AND DANIEL” show at then ENTERCOM Country WUSY/CHATTANOOGA.

Congratulate BRADSHAW here and WILSON here.

Dan Tyminski Signs With 8 Track Entertainment; Will Host the IBMA Awards Show Tonight

DAN TYMINSKI, the 14-time GRAMMY Award winner, INTERNATIONAL BLUEGRASS MUSIC ASSOCIATION (IBMA), and CMA Award-winning multiplatinum artist, has signed a recording contract with NASHVILLE and MUSCLE SHOALS, AL-based 8 TRACK ENTERTAINMENT. 

He is set to release his first single with the label this fall, "Hey Brother," originally recorded by SWEDISH DJ AVICII. TYMINSKI is currently on tour with THE DAN TYMINSKI BAND, and will co-host the 33rd IBMA awards show with RONNIE BOWMAN TONIGHT(9/29) in RALEIGH. 

"[8 TRACK Pres.] NOAH GORDON's roots in Bluegrass, and his passion for music, have me excited to be working with him and his team," said TYMINSKI. 

“DAN's musicianship and unrivaled artistry speaks for itself,” said GORDON. “He is carrying on the tradition of those legendary Bluegrass and Americana acts that have paved the way, and he continues to bridge the gap for the next generation.”  

TYMINSKI is touring in support of his EP celebrating the legacy of fellow Bluegrass artist TONY RICE, who passed away in DECEMBER 2020. The show is titled "One More Before You Go, A Tribute To TONY RICE." 

Look for a new album from TYMINSKI in early 2023.

KXLY (The Big 99.9 Coyote Country)/Spokane, WA Hires Market Veteran Jim Diamond For PM Drive

MORGAN MURPHY MEDIA has hired former STEPHENS MEDIA GROUP Country KDRK (93.7 THE MOUNTAIN)/SPOKANE, WA afternoon host JIM DIAMOND to host the same shift on its Country KXLY (THE BIG 99.9 COYOTE COUNTRY)/SPOKANE. He replaces TIM COTTER, who crossed the street earlier this month to be the PD/PM drive host at KDRK (NET NEWS 9/6).

DIAMOND started his radio career at a Top 40 station in BILLINGS, MT while attending broadcasting school. Throughout his career, he's done both mornings and afternoons in SPOKANE, where he went by the nickname BIG CAT DADDY. He retired from KDRK in 2018 after 23 years (NET NEWS 3/6/18). During his career, he has been nominated for four COUNTRY MUSIC ASSOCIATION (CMA) Broadcast Personality Awards for Medium Market and earned two Country Radio Broadcasters (CRB) nominations.

VP/Radio TERY GARRAS said, “JIM is a true radio entertainer, professional personality and has always wanted to work at THE BIG 99.9 COYOTE COUNTRY. I’m looking forward to watching JIM connect with the listening audience of COYOTE COUNTRY."

Reach out to DIAMOND at JDiamond@kxly.com.

Sean Widmer Rises To MD At KXLY (The Big 99.9 Coyote Country)/Spokane

Morning show producer and air personality SEAN WIDMER adds MD duties at MORGAN MURPHY MEDIA Country KXLY (THE BIG 99.9 COYOTE COUNTRY)/SPOKANE, WA. He succeeds former APD/MD TIM COTTER, who recently segued to STEPHENS MEDIA GROUP-owned crosstown rival Country KDRK (93.7 THE MOUNTAIN) as PD (NET NEWS 9/6).

After a four-year stint in sports radio, WIDMER joined KXLY when it launched the Country format in 2009.

“With SEAN’s passion for radio, listeners and our community, I have no doubt that he will take THE BIG 99.9 COYOTE COUNTRY to the next level for music fans in the Inland Northwest,” said MORGAN MURPHY MEDIA VP/RADIO TERY GARRAS.

Added WIDMER, “I'm thrilled to get to work hand in hand with the friends I've made in the Country music industry over the past decade as we continue to keep THE BIG 99.9 COYOTE COUNTRY the top station for Country music in Eastern WASHINGTON and North IDAHO.” 

Congratulate him here.

John Shomby’s Consultant Tips Column Explains How To Get Station Staff (And Listeners) To Buy In On The Brand

“When you ask your listeners what the radio station means to them, what do you get back,” asks COUNTRY’S RADIO COACH owner JOHN SHOMBY in his latest CONSULTANT TIPS column for ALL ACCESS. “Is it equal to what you consider the station’s brand? Have you even asked that question?”

SHOMBY explains the distinction between branding and positioning, and notes that, “Your music is PART of your brand, but it is NOT your brand. Those slogans are part of your brand, but not the essence of it. We are talking about the station’s clear personality and, as we are seeing in just about every national radio research project, the talent and the emotion evoked by the station have become increasingly important to its success.”

He then offers some useful pointers for pinpointing both, along with ideas for getting the station’s whole staff — not to mention its listeners — to buy in on the brand. Learn how in his new column, “Branding And Positioning: Is There A Difference?” Read it here.

Erin Kinsey Signs With Triple 8 Management

RECORDS/COLUMBIA NASHVILLE singer-songwriter ERIN KINSEY has signed with NASHVILLE-based TRIPLE 8 MANAGEMENT. 

The 21-year-old TEXAS native drove to NASHVILLE in a U-HAUL the day after graduating from high school, and after initially posting cover songs, gained traction by sharing her own music on social media during the pandemic. She gained more attention when SIRIUSXM added her "Just Drive" to THE HIGHWAY "On The Horizon." She signed her record deal last fall (NET NEWS 11/29/21), and made her GRAND OLE OPRY debut in APRIL. 

“ERIN is our first female Country signing, and she is already one of this year’s biggest breakout new Country artists with over 60 million streams, 215,000 followers on TIKTOK, and 122,000 INSTAGRAM followers,” said TRIPLE 8 owner GEORGE COURI. “At 21, she already knows who she is, and her confidence and vocal power on stage is already as good as we could have hoped for.”

Soles4Souls Teams With Six One Five Collective To Help Those In Need

NASHVILLE-based nonprofit SOLES4SOULS has partnered with the musical group SIX ONE FIVE COLLECTIVE to provide shoes for people in need. 

The MUSIC CITY-based SIX ONE FIVE COLLECTIVE's members, SARAH DARLING, MICHAEL LOGAN and NICOLE WITT, will have collection boxes at upcoming shows where fans can donate gently used shoes or scan a QR CODE to make a monetary donation. 

"When NICOLE approached us with this idea, we were ecstatic,” said SOLES4SOULS VP/Pres. Marketing and Communications JAMIE ELLIS. "SOLES4SOULS is headquartered in NASHVILLE, so it was a natural fit to collaborate with NASHVILLE artists in the SIX ONE FIVE COLLECTIVE. I’m excited about merging two of the things that NASHVILLE is best at: music and serving others.”

Julien's Auctions To Host 3rd Annual Handwritten Song Lyrics Charity Auction

JULIEN'S AUCTIONS will host its third annual online auction of handwritten song lyrics to benefit MUSIC HEALTH ALLIANCE. The auction, available exclusively at juliensauctions.com. HEALTH ALLIANCE provides free advocacy, support and access to life-saving healthcare and financial resources for the music industry. 

Among the lyrics and items up for bid are MIRANDA LAMBERT's "If I Was A Cowboy" handwritten lyrics, KELSEA BALLERINI's "Peter Pan" lyrics on a hand-painted and signed EPIPHONE acoustic guitar, lyrics for "Meant To Be," recorded by FLORIDA GEORGIA LINE and BEBE REHXA, signed by the duo's BRIAN KELLEY and TYLER HUBBARD, "If I Didn't Love You" lyrics signed by CARRIE UNDERWOOD and JASON ALDEAN, and "Fancy Like" lyrics signed by WALKER HAYES. 

See the entire lot and register to bid here. Learn more about MUSIC HEALTH ALLIANCE here.

Estrella Media To Stream 'Luces, Camara, Adicción' Podcast On YouTube

ESTRELLA MEDIA will stream a nine-episode weekly podcast on "fame, celebrity, and addiction" on its YOUTUBE channel starting OCTOBER 7th. "LUCES, CAMARA, ADICCIÓN" will be hosted by ESTRELLA MEDIA MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT Head of Content Development and A&R PEPE GARZA and will feature guests PANCHO BARRAZA, JORGE MEDINA, MAURICIO OCHMANN, ARMANDO ARAIZA, CESAR ANDRADE, ABRAHAM VÁZQUEZ, and ALFONSO GÓMEZ.

“This podcast shares the stories of some fascinating artists, athletes and actors – as well as my own -- and our rise to the top of our fields, only to be toppled by the demons of addiction,” said GARZA. “We explore how they found their voices, and the challenges of fame. Through the podcast and these stories, I hope to remind us all that addictions are never really cured, they are only controlled.”

Buzz Knight's 'Talkin' A Walk' Podcast To Launch Nashville Version

Consultant BUZZ KNIGHT's "TAKIN' A WALK" podcast is spinning off a NASHVILLE-based podcast next year.

COUNTRY'S RADIO COACH consultant and ALL ACCESS CONSULTANT TIPS columnist JOHN SHOMBY is working on securing talent for the NASHVILLE edition of the podcast, which features conversations with interesting and creative people in and around the radio industry recorded during a walk. Reach SHOMBY at jshomby@countrysradiocoach.com.

Cumulus Media Launches 'Hello Ross' Podcast

CUMULUS MEDIA launched HELLO ROSS, a new podcast hosted by veteran entertainment host ROSS MATHEWS TODAY, (9/29). ROSS is known for decades of  interviews of celebrities on television and red carpets. Today's episode features an in-depth interview with CHELSEA HANDLER. Upcoming episodes will feature hilarious and insightful conversations with fascinating people, including GUY FIERI, TODRICK HALL, KATHY GRIFFIN, BOWEN YANG, and MARTYN BULLARD.  

A new episode HELLO ROSS will drop each THURSDAY on APPLE PODCASTS, SPOTIFY, STITCHER, TUNEIN, AMAZON MUSIC, POCKET CASTS, and GOOGLE PODCASTS, among other platforms. Each episode will also appear on YOUTUBE as ROSS joins the CUMULUS PODCASTS CHANNEL there. The CUMULUS PODCAST NETWORK produces, distributes, markets, and monetizes HELLO ROSS.

Storic Media & Nashville Film Festival Launch ‘Nashfilm Podcast Series'

The 53rd NASHVILLE FILM FESTIVAL has partnered with STORIC MEDIA to create a series of podcasts promoting its lineup of films for this year. Each podcast will be 10 minutes or less, and will feature a filmmaker giving filmgoers and festival VIPs a way to learn about each film before they enter the theater.

Filmmakers for the nine films included in the festival's documentary features category (including "Still Working 9 To 5") will share insights about what inspired them to create their project, and why someone should go see it. Podcasts will be available on SPOTIFY, APPLE PODCASTS, GOOGLE PODCASTS and other podcast platforms. 

NASHFILM’s Executive Director JASON PADGITT said, “We are excited to partner with STORIC MEDIA on this innovative way to more directly connect our audience with some of the top independent filmmakers from around the world and to build more insightful anticipation for each film."

The festival is set for SEPTEMBER 29th through OCTOBER 5th across NASHVILLE's premier arts venues, and kicks off with a red carpet premiere screening of the documentary "The Return Of TANYA TUCKER."

RateTheMusic's Top-Testing Contemporary Christian Songs

Weekly RATETHEMUSIC Contemporary Christian song testing is made available from ALL ACCESS and MEDIABASE. 

You can sort song testing scores (it defaults to Persons 12+) and dig into age ranges here. After selecting the age range, make sure to click the "get report" button.

ALL ACCESS Contemporary Christian Format Editor TODD STACH shared, "These are great data points to help PDs and MDs make song moves."

Bookmark this page and set a reminder to visit every THURSDAY morning for the latest research.

WGY (News Radio 810 & 103.1)/Albany, NY Looking For A PD

iHEARTMEDIA News-Talk WGY (NEWS RADIO 810 & 103.1)/ALBANY, NY, is looking for a new Program Director.

Contact SVP Programming CHRIS MARINO or submit your application here.or on ALL ACCESS here.

Happy Birthday

ALL ACCESS Happy Birthday wishes on THURSDAY, (9/29) to retired syndicated morning man TOM JOYNER, iHEARTMEDIA/KENTUCKY-INDIANA Regional SVPP MICHAEL JORDAN, KSFI-KRSP/SALT LAKE CITY PD SUE KELLEY, iHEARTMEDIA/MILWAUKEE & MADISON SVPP and WRIT & WZEE PD BRETT ANDREWS, AMPLIFY’s TIM WALLEN, former APPLE MUSIC Global Creative Dir. LARRY JACKSON, PREMIERE NETWORKS’ TANYA DOUGLAS, KGGI/RIVERSIDE's EVELYN ERIVES, former WJMR/MILWAUKEE PD LAURI JONES, SIRIUS XM’s AL SKOP, THOMPSON CREATIVE and TKO RADIO NETWORKS' SUSAN THOMPSON, KBXX/HOUSTON’s G-MAN, THE WEEKLY POP 20's ANN DURAN, WHSX-WLOC-A/BOWLING GREEN PD CHRIS JESSIE, BLACKHEARTS RECORD ... more »

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