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Audacy’s ‘Stars And Strings’ Lineup Announced

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Audacy’s ‘Stars And Strings’ Lineup Announced

Audacy announced the 2024 lineup for the annual Country music “Stars and Strings” show, presented by Discover®.

The lineup includes performances by Jordan Davis, Riley Green, Parker McCollum, Megan Moroney, Nate Smith, and Bailey Zimmerman.

The event returns to Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, FL, for its third year on November 14 and will be hosted by WKIS (KISS Country 99.9)/Miami.

“Stars and Strings” supports Folds of Honor, a nonprofit that provides life-changing scholarships to the spouses and children of America’s fallen or disabled military and first responders.

Tim Roberts Audacy, Country format VP, said, “This incredible “Stars and Strings” lineup reflects Country music’s hottest rising stars and superstars packed into one amazing night for our fans at Seminole Hard Rock. We are looking forward to a great night of entertainment that benefits a wonderful cause. It’s an honor to partner with Folds of Honors this year as part of Audacy’s ongoing commitment to the diverse needs of our listeners. The extraordinary work they do for veterans and first responders aligns perfectly with our dedication to promoting the vibrancy of the communities we serve, and we can’t wait to have them represented at the show.”

The concert presale begins on August 22 at 10 am (ET) and runs until 11:59 pm (ET) or while supplies last. Download the free Audacy app to access the presale, follow KISS Country 99.9, and get the link and code.

Tickets for the “Stars and Strings” event go on sale to the general public on August 23 at 10:00 am (ET) on Ticketmaster.com. For more details, visit StarsAndStrings.com.

Colt McCoy to Join Big Ten Coverage on NBC Sports

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Colt McCoy to Join Big Ten Coverage on NBC Sports

Colt McCoy, the two-time Heisman Trophy finalist at the University of Texas and 14-year veteran quarterback in the NFL, is joining NBC Sports as an analyst for its coverage of the Big Ten Conference. McCoy will work in a role that will have him appear as an analyst for live game broadcasts and also in the studio on the Big Ten College Countdown program. For his work in the broadcast booth, he will make his debut on Saturday, Sept. 7 alongside play-by-play announcer Paul Burmeister and sideline reporter Kathryn Tappen as Colorado faces Nebraska at 7:30 p.m. EST on NBC and Peacock.

“In a standout career at Texas, Colt McCoy starred in many of college football’s biggest games and fiercest rivalry,” Sam Flood, executive producer and president of NBC Sports Production, said in a statement. “What a way to kick it off with Colorado-Nebraska!”

While McCoy attended the University of Texas, he served as a four-year starter and finished as the winningest quarterback in the history of NCAA Division I. Throughout his time at the institution, he won or shared the team Most Valuable Player award for all four years and finished his redshirt senior year as a Heisman Trophy finalist amid a 12-0 regular season and Big 12 Conference championship. McCoy was honored as the Walter Camp Player of the Year in 2008 and 2009, becoming one of three players to win the award twice. The Cleveland Browns selected McCoy in the third round of the 2010 NFL Draft, officially commencing his time in the NFL.

Over his 14-year career in the NFL, McCoy took the field for the Cleveland Browns, San Francisco 49ers, Washington Commanders, New York Giants and Arizona Cardinals. Before his retirement from the league, he engaged in a variety of sports media ventures, which included serving as an NFL Draft analyst for Underdog Fantasy where he broke down film for each of the top quarterback prospects. McCoy also called United States Football League games for NBC Sports last year, granting him familiarity with the company.

“College Football has always held a special place in my heart,” McCoy said in a statement. “With the expansion of the Big Ten and a new era of College Football, it is the perfect time to join NBC Sports. I can’t wait to share in the passion, excitement, and competitive spirit every week!”

NBCUniversal is entering its second season under a seven-year media rights contract with the Big Ten Conference that includes the weekly Big Ten Saturday Night broadcast property. The conference is welcoming Oregon, UCLA, USC and Washington to bring its accumulation to 18 teams vying to compete in an expanded, 12-team College Football Playoff. Peacock will stream all NBC Sports college football games throughout the season, including those within the Big Ten Conference and Notre Dame Fighting Irish home games. Comcast, parent company of NBCUniversal, divulged that Peacock has 33 million paid subscribers and diminished its losses in its last earnings report.

ABC News Promotes World News Tonight Executive Producer Almin Karamehmedovic to President

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ABC News Promotes World News Tonight Executive Producer Almin Karamehmedovic to President

ABC World News Tonight Executive Producer Almin Karamehmedovic has been promoted to President of ABC News, according to numerous reports.

Karamehmedovic will step into the shoes vacated by former ABC News President Kim Godwin, who exited the role in May amid an investigation into her practices as leader of the organization. She departed after three years on the job after The Walt Disney Company brought in Debra OConnell to lead a new division for the company, essentially placing her above Godwin in the corporate structure.

“I approach this role with great respect and humility, not only for the hundreds of colleagues around the world whose tireless contributions fuel the unflinching and unbiased reporting of ABC News but also for the viewers we serve,” Karamhemedovic said.

“Almin has devoted his career to ABC News, mastering every role and elevating excellence in journalism by connecting with viewers in a very meaningful and profound way that resonates with them,” OConnell said. “He is a widely respected, seasoned journalist of the highest order who has worked his way up to senior executive producer of World News Tonight with David Muir, earning the trust of colleagues and industry peers along the way. I have no doubt ABC News will reach new heights under his leadership.”

Almin Karamehmedovic has served as the executive producer of the evening news program anchored by Muir since August 2014. He was previously the Executive Producer of Nightline, rising to the role in 2012 after working on the program since 2008. He has been with ABC News since 1998 after previously working at CBS News.

During his tenure with the organization, he has won 14 Emmy Awards, and five Edward R. Murrow Awards, and has also been a contributor to Peabody and DuPont Award victories.

Kevin ‘KC’ Cummings Adds Kiss 95.1, Charlotte And 102.7 VGS, Las Vegas

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Kevin ‘KC’ Cummings Adds Kiss 95.1, Charlotte And 102.7 VGS, Las Vegas

Kevin “KC” Cummings, afternoon host at Beasley Media’s Country WQYK (995qyk)/Tampa, adds two stations to his workday.

Beginning today (8/19), Cummings will add afternoons at Top 40 WNKS (Kiss 95.1)/Charlotte and Hot AC KVGS (102.7 VGS)/Las Vegas.

Cummings posted on his Instagram, “It’s crazy to think that a year ago I was out of radio and thought my career was over. Now I’m in multiple markets. Life is crazy!! On top of being on @995qyk I’ll be on @kiss951wnks & @1027vgs from 3p-7p Monday-Friday. Trust the process because He has a plan!”

In March, Cummings joined WQYK, marking the end of his 23-year run at the company’s Rhythmic Top 40 WLDD (Wild 94.1). During his time there, he advanced from promotions to hosting weekend, evening, and afternoon shifts under the on-air moniker “Stiffy.”

Saga Communications and Quu Sign Multi-Year Partnership

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Saga Communications and Quu Sign Multi-Year Partnership

Quu Inc. and Saga Communications, Inc., have reached an agreement for Saga’s radio stations to utilize Quu’s technology exclusively. This partnership will enable the stations to publish programming and advertiser messages on vehicle dashboards through Quu’s Visual Quus feature. By incorporating this technology into their broadcasts, Saga’s stations will have a consistent platform for revenue generation.

Using Quu’s versatile enterprise platform, Saga aims to increase listener engagement and revenue across all markets. The platform includes comprehensive training and support, options for local and centralized messaging, sales tools, 24/7 visual monitoring and more.

Chris Forgy, President and CEO of Saga Communications, Inc. said in a release, “We are delighted with the partnership we are forging with Quu. Steve Newberry and his team are as customer obsessed as we are. They provide a platform, training, and support that will allow us to better connect our advertisers to our listeners and our listeners to our advertisers in the communities Saga serves.”

“We look forward to combining our cutting-edge solutions with Saga’s radio expertise and rich history of cultivating meaningful relationships with their listeners,” said Steve Newberry, CEO of Quu. “Working alongside Chris and his entire team is a pleasure. We’re confident Quu will boost listenership and revenue while expanding Saga’s connection with audiences.”

Radio Hall of Fame Names Alan Colmes, Maria Martin, Byron McGregor 2024 Legends of Radio Inductees

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Radio Hall of Fame Names Alan Colmes, Maria Martin, Byron McGregor 2024 Legends of Radio Inductees

The Radio Hall of Fame has announced its 2024 Legends of Radio inductees, with Alan Colmes, Maria Martin, and Byron McGregor joining the esteemed class.

Alan Colmes hosted The Alan Colmes Show, distributed by Fox News Radio, and was also the co-host of Hannity & Colmes on Fox News Channel from 1996 to 2009. He was the most prominent liberal commentator for the network during his long tenure with the organization. In addition to his nationally syndicated show, Colmes also hosted morning drive a WABC and was the final voice heard on WNBC when the station signed off the air in 1988. Alan Colmes died in 2017.

Maria Martin was a longtime NPR editor overseeing the network’s coverage of Latin American affairs from the late 1970s through her departure in 1992. After her exit, she founded Latino USA, an English-language radio show based at the University of Texas. She later reported on Guatemala for NBC News and also contributed reports on Guatemalan issues for NPR until her death in 2023.

Byron McGregor served as a Canadian and American news anchor, working at legendary stations like CKLW in Windsor and WWJ Newsradio 950 in Detroit. He served as both a morning news anchor and afternoon news anchor during his 13-year tenure at WWJ. He also anchored the evening newscasts on a Detroit television station. He served as a news anchor from 1967 until his death in 1995.

“These Legends of Broadcasting may have passed on, but their legacy and what they meant to the radio industry will never die,” said Radio Hall of Fame Co-Chair Dennis Green. “The Radio Hall of Fame Nominating Committee is honored to award Hall of Fame Inductions to each of these individuals. May their contributions be a lasting tribute and inspiration for generations of broadcasters to emulate for years to come.”

“Our Nominating Committee recognizes the history of our medium and the countless individuals who contributed to the dominant influence of radio for so many decades,” added Co-Chair Kraig Kitchin. “Each of these individuals left an indelible mark on the audiences they connected with and the businesses that they were associated with. We’re grateful for their talents, and only regret that they were not able to receive this special recognition while alive.”  

The Radio Hall of Fame will recognize its Legends of Radio inductees in a ceremony on Thursday, September 19th at the Omni Nashville.

Ariel Helwani Headed to Yahoo Sports, Per Report

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Ariel Helwani Headed to Yahoo Sports, Per Report

In a social media post last week, MMA insider Ariel Helwani announced he was leaving both Vox Media and Spotify after three years. He did not say where he was headed, only that it must be something big for him to leave to places he enjoyed working. Now, it appears he is headed next to Yahoo Sports, according to a report from A.J. Perez of Front Office Sports.

Perez reports his sources are telling him Helwani and Yahoo Sports are in “advanced negotiations.”

Helwani had said his agreements expired on August 15. “Right now, I am not ready to announce what the next step is, what the next chapter will be,” he said last week. “It is one that I’m incredibly excited about. Just consider how much I love Vox and my studio and the people there and MMA fighting. Consider how much fun I had with Spotify and the Ringer. And that should tell you just how amazing this next chapter is in my mind, because it had to be something truly amazing to say goodbye to them.

“The next step is going to be amazing. I’m so excited. It’s kind of a dream that I have been thinking about for a while finally coming to fruition, and I can’t wait to share it with all of you. And I can’t wait to let you know more about what will be happening in the very near future. So, stay tuned on that.”

A former intern and sports production assistant at HBO Sports, Helwani has covered MMA for AOL, NBC Sports, FOX Sports and ESPN amongst others. He was most recently covering the Olympics for CBC Sports.

2024 Legends of Radio Hall Of Fame Inductees Announced

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2024 Legends of Radio Hall Of Fame Inductees Announced

The Museum of Broadcast Communications today (8/19) announced the induction of eight new Legends into the Radio Hall Of Fame for 2024.

This honor recognizes the exceptional contributions of on-air personalities, programmers, and operators who left an indelible mark on the radio industry before their passing.

The following eight radio legends take their place in the Radio Hall of Fame immediately:

  • Chuck Blore – On-Air Personality
  • Alan Colmes – On-Air Personality
  • Charlie Douglas – On-Air Personality
  • Jim Ladd – On-Air Personality
  • Maria Martin – Journalist
  • Byron McGregor – On-Air Personality
  • Percy Sutton – Executive
  • Rusty Walker – Programming Executive and On-Air Personality

Dennis Green, Co-Chair of the Radio Hall of Fame, said: “These Legends of Broadcasting may have passed on, but their legacy and what they meant to the radio industry will never die. The Radio Hall of Fame Nominating Committee is honored to award Hall of Fame Inductions to each of these individuals. May their contributions be a lasting tribute and inspiration for generations of broadcasters to emulate for years to come.”

The Radio Hall of Fame will honor its 2024 inductees at the annual induction ceremony on September 19 at the Omni Nashville. 2022 Radio Hall of Fame inductee Lon Helton will serve as the Master of Ceremonies.

Tickets are currently on sale at a discounted rate on the Radio Hall of Fame website, with a portion of the proceeds going towards a tax-deductible charitable donation to the Museum of Broadcast Communications.

‘NFL Pro’ Added to NFL+ Streaming Service

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‘NFL Pro’ Added to NFL+ Streaming Service

The NFL has announced the release of “NFL Pro” within its NFL+ streaming video subscription service, a new functionality that will provide fans with more comprehensive access to All-22 Coaches Film and Next Gen Stats. With NFL+ entering its third season, the NFL Pro add-on grants users more ways to interact with the game through enhanced verticals across multiple devices in the United States. The streaming service supplies access to live out-of-market preseason games, local and prime time games on mobile devices and coverage of NFL Network, including seven exclusive live NFL contests this season. Premium subscribers will also have NFL RedZone, full and condensed game replays and NFL Pro.

NFL Pro, which is available now, includes All-22 Coaches Film for every NFL game dating back to the 2022 season. Subscribers are able to search through the video using Next Gen Stats and save and share custom playlists, accompanying augmented public access to the overall metrics. Curated Next Gen Stats insights from the NFL Next Gen Stats research team in addition to unique player and team performance stats further enhance the service. For the upcoming season, NFL+ is priced at $6.99 per month or $49.99 annually and is available in the NFL App. The premium edition of the streaming service is available for $14.99 per month or $99.99 for the year.

“Since its launch in 2022, NFL+ has become an essential product for NFL fans,” David Jurenka, senior vice president and general manager of NFL Media in Los Angeles, said in a statement. “We are excited to add ‘NFL Pro’ to the deep lineup of content available with NFL+. With extensive access to Next Gen Stats and increased All-22 viewing options, fans are now able to watch and follow the game the way the pros do with ‘NFL Pro.’”

The NFL launched its Next Gen Stats platform in 2016; however, it has not divulged such advanced metrics publicly in previous years. Other sports leagues, such as Major League Baseball and the National Basketball Association, had made advanced metrics accessible for fans through a variety of verticals. As fans look for more information, they will be able to realize the data points and computations behind their favorite players and teams, ultimately blending granular, quantitative analysis with empirical, qualitative observation. According to Andrew Beaton of The Wall Street Journal, the rollout of this new product is taking place as the league continues to look at the possibilities of selling stakes within its media properties to strategic partners.

610 WIOD Adds The Ryan Gorman Show to Daily Lineup

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610 WIOD Adds The Ryan Gorman Show to Daily Lineup

610 WIOD in Miami has added The Ryan Gorman Show as its new morning drive show, replacing Andrew Colton in the daypart.

Gorman’s show originates from WIOD’s iHeartMedia sister station Newsradio WFLA in Tampa. The show is heard from 5-9 AM, with the 6-9 AM portion airing on 610 WIOD.

Before joining WFLA in 2018, Ryan Gorman had worked as a fill-in host at WIOD in Miami. Gorman is joined on the show by executive producer and co-host Dana McKay.

The timeslot was previously hosted by Colton since November 2022. However, he departed the role to focus on his BocaNewsNew.com endeavor, according to RadioInsight. He wrote on the website that part of the reason for his departure was the uncertainty around the future of AM radio

“As lawmakers continue to battle the future of AM radio, and whether automakers should be forced to utilize an aging technology, I came to the conclusion that my time is best spent on my growing media operations. I ended my hosting experience last week,” Colton wrote.

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