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.

New Country 103.1 Signs Tim and Chelsea to Contract Extensions

"Their connection with the audience is real, authentic, and incredibly rare in today's landscape."

Papa Keith Leaves 103.5 The Beat Miami Afternoons for iHeartMedia Corporate Role

"Excited to see his impact continue to grow both on and off the air."

Beasley Tampa Taps Will Calder as New Operations Manager

"Will is an outstanding programmer and leader with a proven track record."

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"We're going to be able to move twice as fast, knowing our needs will be supported by a strong foundation."

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"The new Star 94.7 features the best music from the 70's, 80's, 90's plus much more,"

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"The biggest regret that I have for all of this is the fact that it may have given people that wanted to open the door to seek help a reason to pause and hesitate and not do so."

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“The partnership with Spotify has been an amazing fit, and they’re incredible to work with. I’m extremely happy and excited to continue with them for years to come.”

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"I could not be more excited to bring two of the most recognizable names in sports and entertainment to The Volume."