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.

Consultant’s Corner: Lee Abrams, Lee Abrams Media Visions

I’m amazed that at this time of unprecedented competition in audio, terrestrial radio has its eye off the creative ball, opting for autopilot presentations and creative paralysis.

The Pulse: Rethink The Timing Of Your Fundraiser, Community Connections, And Radio Industry Happenings

Instead of competing with everyone else in the fourth quarter for charity dollars, why not hold a fundraiser in the summer or first quarter?

Promo Meeting: Ideas, Concepts And Thought Starters For Music Radio

If you have something unique that you would like to share or have highlighted, I would love to hear from you—email jeff@barrettmedia.com

Playing The Hits Is A Winning Formula For 92.5 XTU and Program Director Mark Razz

"We're essentially a Top 40 Country music station, and we do very well in the ratings. We're very research-based, and we're here to play the hits.”

Aircheck: Scott Shannon 1989 Morning Drive At ‘Pirate Radio’ KQLZ Los Angeles

A good takeaway is how he tied station giveaways to the station's music and pop culture, which allowed those who did not want to call in to win to play along vicariously and be entertained.

Breaking

Gordon Deal Surpasses 325 Affiliates With 104.1 KMOX and 830 WCCO Additions

“It's both humbling and motivating to grow listenership and find new partners. We promise to continue leading in the news space."

Super Bowl LXI To Feature Star Wars Themed Alt-Cast For ESPN/Disney Big Game Lineup

"With ESPN broadcasting the first Super Bowl in network history, the network's owner, The Waly Disney Company, is going all in."

Michael Robinson Apologizes For Jalen Hurts Comments Made On NFL Network

"I want to sincerely apologize to Jalen Hurts, his family, the Philadelphia Eagles organization and fan base for my comments last Thursday."

MLB Playoff Ratings Boom: Brewers’ Sweep of Dodgers Tops 7.5 Million Viewers

"The strong ratings reinforce baseball's value as a major television property."