Mike Gunz

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'Gunz' has been a staple in the music, sports and news industry for over a decade. From his first on-air appearances on MTV and FUSE television as a teenager to broadcasting nationally with Don Imus, to most recently hosting the Vans Warped Tour on Amazon Music, he has become one of the industry's most insightful and trusted voices. As host of idobi Radio's 'The Gunz Show' (80K+ Weekly Listeners) for the last fifteen years, Gunz has built a reputation for Breaking Bands and Breaking News, including notable debut interviews from bands such as Twenty One Pilots, Cobra Starship, fun., and viral interviews with artists such as Machine Gun Kelly, All Time Low and The All American Rejects. Whether it's hosting red carpets or exclusive sit-downs with media's biggest names from Clive Davis to Dana White, Gunz answers not only "What" is happening, but more importantly - "Why?" for programmers, publicists, artists, entertainers and fans alike. 

How the Super Bowl Halftime Show Is a Shared Experience for Radio To Capture

"Your audience will be watching the Super Bowl. Leverage that many will also be using social media during the game and the halftime show to your station’s advantage."

Why Radio Should Always Believe In The Song, Not The Algorithm

"I don’t make music to chase a trend, or try to get viral on TikTok. I just make music that I love. It takes a lot of other variants, but I still believe that song is king."

Will an East Coast Sphere Bring a New Concert Experience Worth Watching?

"One of the biggest unanswered questions remains: What type of artists will the DMV Sphere attract?"

Why Aesthetic Branding Is Vital To Earn Attention in an Algorithmic Ecosystem

"Many artists now recognize branding as a necessary tool that can amplify their music. It creates a vibe and allows a story to be told on the artist’s terms."

Has Modern Music Lost the Path To Being Unforgettable for the Listener?

"Current listening habits have all but eliminated the shared listening experience."

Breaking

Karl Ravech Departing ESPN As Network Begins Layoffs

"Ravech is just the second name reported as part of ESPN's roster cuts. The cuts come as the network absorbs the NFL Network as part of a 10% equity stake acquisition by the NFL."

Jared & Katie Show Expands to Fourth Dick Broadcasting Market

"The dominance we built at our Greensboro home base and in syndicated Myrtle Beach laid the foundation"

Otis Maher Joins B98.5 as Atlanta Night Host

"We are so happy to welcome Otis to the B98.5 team,"

The Industry According To: Kathleen, Kesley, & Chris, Columbia Records

"Relationships matter. Analytics matter. Being able to speak the language matters."