Mike Stern

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Mike Stern is a Classic Rock columnist and Features writer for Barrett Media. He has been with Jacobs Media consulting stations in the Classic Rock, Rock, Alternative and AAA world for more than a decade. Prior to that he programmed stations in Chicago, Detroit, Denver Las Vegas and other markets. He also worked as News/Talk Editor for Radio and Records, wrote about Top 40 Radio for Billboard Magazine and had his own radio talent coaching business called Talent Mechanic. 

It Doesn’t Have To Be Old To Be Classic…Or Does It?

At one time, that liner frequently played next to new songs from Classic artists on Classic Rock stations.

Golf Lessons That Translate To Classic Rock

What makes that interesting for our world is that golf faces some of the same challenges as Classic Rock and Classic Hits stations.

For Classic Rock, the Nighttime is the Right Time

Luckily for Classic Rock stations, there are a lot of options that could help win the night without adding costs or creating additional burdens for existing staff.

Streaming Data Can Help Spot(ify) New Classics

“There’s more data than ever about music consumption, but it’s also more confusing and overwhelming than ever." - Matt Bailey

92 KQRS’s James Kurdziel ‘Leans Into’ Music Evolution

We’re just leaning into it,” says Kurdziel. “I tell people here, we’re not changing what we are; we’re changing what we do.“

Breaking

Jacques Doucet, Voice Of The Montreal Expos, Dies At 86

"He was certainly a giant, and his loss is immense."

FOX Sports Unveils College Football Broadcast Teams For 2026 Season

"FOX Sports looks to continue on the momentum from the FIFA World Cup was an exciting year of action beginning week one with the defending national champion Indiana Hoosiers."

Bob Stilson Retires From The Breeze Buffalo Mornings

"Stilson's exit marks another chapter closing for local Buffalo radio."

Family of 93 WIBC’s Matt Bair Releases Statement Following Unexpected Death

"His death was accidental, and we do believe at this time that alcohol was a contributing factor."