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. 

How 95.5 KLOS Achieved Its Best Ratings in Over 30 Years

Little of what we discussed isn’t available to most stations in markets of any size. The success isn’t a Los Angeles thing; it’s a radio thing.

100.3 The Sound’s Lasting Legacy With ‘The Backstagers’

Instead of the goal being to ask people what they thought about the station and gather information, it was about giving them access to the station and creating an open dialogue.

Why Classic Rock Stations Must Embrace Community-Building

Can a Classic Rock radio station create a community of fans that will help expand awareness of the brand beyond the existing cume and potentially reach younger fans of Classic Rock?

Behind The Song Podcast Bridges Classic Rock Generation Gap

It’s this sort of approach to repackaging the world of Classic Rock that provides the best opportunity to tap into the passion for the music we see in younger generations without expecting them to listen to the radio.

How the Classic Rock Radio Format Can Connect With Gen Z And Millennials

In the user-centric era, the currency is not reach, it's love. Cater to the fans who love your stuff, and their passion will fuel your flywheel.

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Texas Radio Hall of Fame to Induct 2026 Class of Broadcasters November 7

This year's honorees represent decades of contributions to broadcasting across Texas.

Fat Joe Brings Hip-Hop Heavyweights to NPR Tiny Desk Concert

"The Bronx rapper delivered an energetic performance featuring several longtime collaborators and music from his latest album."

ESPN Digital & Social Reaches Record 236.5 Million Users in September

"ESPN's record digital audience reflects progress toward its broader strategy of reaching sports fans beyond traditional television."