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.

Suno Inks Global Licensing Deal With BMG Music

"Artist and songwriter participation directly impacts Suno's credibility and long-term viability."

Skip Mahaffey Exits Pillar Media Creative Director Role

"Mahaffey's departure triggers major format shifts"

Audacy Splits WLYF Midday Slot After Garton Departure

"Audacy is leveraging existing talent to manage talent departures—a cost-conscious strategy that signals confidence in internal development."

FCC Petition Could Transform Broadcasting onto Your Phone

Frank Copsidas and the LPTV Broadcasters Association filed a critical FCC petition. They're pushing low-power TV stations to adopt 3GPP 5G Broadcast instead of...

100.7 The Bay Signs Off Tonight in Baltimore

"Religious broadcasters continue gobbling up signals across the United States"

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Tennessee Titans Pull Jared Stillman’s Credential Following Commentary Saying They’re “Not That Stupid”

"It would make them look like the softest organization in the NFL. That is not a headline they want to be dealing with."

MIX 100 Ends Jeremy, Katy & Josh Morning Show

“We extend our sincere appreciation to Jeremy, Katy, and Josh for their contributions, their commitment to MIX 100, and the energy they brought to the morning show,”

Tony Romo Pleads No Contest To OWI Charges Following Arrest Last Month

"This morning, I faced a recent personal failure by pleading no contest to a civil offense for OWI in Wisconsin. I own this completely."

840 KXNT Signs Off in Las Vegas

"The decision to cease operations on the 840 AM frequency is driven strictly by the fact KXNT's transmitter site is no longer available."