David Hill

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David Hill serves as a Music Radio Editor, Columnist and Features writer for Barrett Media. A radio lifer with more than 30 years behind the mic, in the control room, and in the program director’s chair, David's career spans influential stops at brands such as WIYY 98 Rock, WBAL-AM, and 99X. He has worked across multiple formats and ownership groups, including iHeartMedia and Cumulus Media, developing talent, breaking music, and navigating every major industry shift from diary to PPM and terrestrial dominance to streaming disruption. When he’s not writing or analyzing the industry, Dave runs The Tune Farm, a marketing firm built to help artists and brands grow audience the same way great radio always has—by creating connection, not just impressions. He can be reached at David@BarrettMedia.com.

Fuzión Brings Spanish Christian Radio to Dallas Hispanic Listeners

"DFW is one of the most strategic markets in the country, serving as a major hub of Spanish media and spiritual influence, with the power to shape culture across the nation."

No Doubt Brings Tragic Kingdom to Life at Las Vegas Sphere

"The band leaned heavily into their 1995 breakthrough album Tragic Kingdom, performing 10 of its 14 tracks. Additionally, the show featured fan favorites from Return of Saturn and Rock Steady."

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Bob Richards Leaving Reno KBUL The Bull

"Richards currently serves as operations manager for Cumulus' four-station Reno cluster and as program director and morning host at Country KBUL."

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Spotify Expands United Airlines Partnership With Personalized Seatback Streaming

“Bringing personal Spotify accounts to United seatback screens is a major milestone, creating a new way to experience Spotify in flight."

Texas Radio Hall of Fame to Induct 2026 Class of Broadcasters November 7

This year's honorees represent decades of contributions to broadcasting across Texas.

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"The Bronx rapper delivered an energetic performance featuring several longtime collaborators and music from his latest album."

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"ESPN's record digital audience reflects progress toward its broader strategy of reaching sports fans beyond traditional television."