Jeff Lynn

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Jeff Lynn serves as Editor of Barrett Media's Music Radio coverage. Prior to joining Barrett Media, Jeff spent time programming in Milwaukee, Omaha, Cleveland, Des Moines, and Madison for multiple radio groups, including iHeartMedia, Townsquare Media, NRG Media, and Entercom (now Audacy). He also worked as a Country Format Editor for All Access until the outlet shut down in August 2023. To get in touch with Jeff by email, reach him at Jeff@BarrettMedia.com.

Why Country Radio Can’t Ignore Pop Culture

If a station only mentions a viral moment on-air, it misses a massive opportunity. Pop culture content can live across social media, newsletters, TikTok, and the station app.

Big D & Bubba: Hall of Fame, Authenticity, and Radio Today

"Authenticity. It's one word. That's all it takes. People can tell more than ever if you are full of baloney or not."

Hannah B Builds Connections On-Air and Online in Chicago

“My mom and dad always told me to choose a job that you are going to genuinely love and get up and go to every day, because you're only given one life."

Bootleg Kev’s Journey: Swap Meets to the Mic

Recently, I had an interview with Snoop, and I had to pause and realize, ‘Damn, I’m living my dream times a thousand.’

Why Morning Show Benchmarks Drive Country Radio Loyalty

When a listener knows that their favorite bit is always at 7:10 or “The Drive At Five” always kicks off the weekend, you’ve trained them to choose you over a podcast or playlist.

Breaking

Los Angeles Lakers PA Announcer Lawrence Tanter Retires From Role After 43 Years

"Since the 1980s, LT has narrated every chapter of Lakers basketball, connecting generations of fans, players, coaches and staff while becoming a trusted and unforgettable part of the Lakers experience."

CNN Poll Finds Fox News Most Trusted Political Brand in TV

The data from SSRS and CNN comes after a Reuters survey showed that only 33% trusted Fox News.

Sticks Media Loses WLGR As Border Media Reacquires Station

"We view it as a great opportunity to invest our resources and long-term vision into the station."

DAZN Reportedly Restructuring For Potential Outside Investment, Initial Public Offering

"DAZN has been expanding aggressively — merging with ViewLift, a leading provider of streaming and digital solutions deeply embedded in U.S. sports, signaling clear ambitions to break into American local sports markets."