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.

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"A big moment for radio in Mobile."

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"let's understand that not everyone holding the hatchet is the villain."

Jeff Garcia Named Executive Producer of Nationally Syndicated “The Woody Show”

"When you get the chance to bring someone of Mr. Garcia's caliber on board, you don't overthink it; you do it."

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"Being on Z100 has been a dream of mine since I started in radio."

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"Nash brings familiarity, though — he has been a Columbia market fixture since 2005."

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“The FCC has spent the last 18 months searching for some pretext for revoking the Stations’ licenses. The Commission has found none, because the Stations easily meet the standard for license renewal..."

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"Truly honored to be entrusted with carrying on the incredible legacy of WSM Radio."

Andre Yancey Promoted to 102 JAMS Brand Manager Role

"As a Bay Area native, Andre understands what the community wants and needs."

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"The deal adds 19 preseason games, seven regular-season matchups and more than 1,500 hours of studio programming annually."