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Cumulus Media Begins Another Round of Layoffs Following Bankruptcy Restructuring

"The reductions follow the company's emergence from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in October."

Sarah Clark Announces Upcoming Retirement After 30 Years

"After 30 years of getting up at an ungodly hour, in the middle of the night basically, I have decided that early next year I am going to step away from the morning show."

Larry Kane Retires From Broadcasting After 69 Years Of Service

"It’s been just the greatest experience, but I’m happy that I’m stopping it now."

ESPN Announces Broadcast Teams for 2026 Players Era Men’s Championships

"ESPN became the event’s exclusive home in May through a multi-year deal, replacing TNT Sports."

Music Radio Stations and Personalities Among 2024 Marconi Nominees

The National Association of Broadcasters has announced the finalists for the 2024 Marconi Awards, which will be presented on October 9 in New York.

Josh Innes Exits KSHE 95

A big change in St. Louis radio. Afternoon drive personality Josh Innes is out at Hubbard Rocker KSHE 95. Innes confirmed his departure in...

UK Radio Has A Lesson For US Radio Stations

For those of you who don’t know or remember me, I spent seven years at the late, great Radio & Records, working my way up from Assistant Radio Editor to a full-fledged format editor, reporter, columnist and feature writer, as well as contributing heavily to Street Talk Daily. When R&R shut down in mid-2009, I co-founded RAMP (Radio and Music Pros) with Kevin Carter, and, amongst all of that, I also spent some time on-air in Connecticut, Boston and Southern California.

Radio Must ‘Think Different’ About Branding

One of the biggest challenges facing radio is without a doubt, the need to redefine our brands. What is our promise? So many managers...

It’s a New Day For Barrett Media

"What you see on this website, and in your inbox through our daily newsletters is the result of passion, investment, love, knowledge, and hard work."

20 Brands in 20 Days: Brian Figula, 96.5 KOIT, San Francisco

"Every time you turn on the radio station you’re going to be lifted up and you’re going to feel good. That goes not just for the music but the content."

Tom Kent’s Last Gift Reminds Radio Always To Be Prepared.

"How are we preparing our brands for next stages? A long illness like the one Tom was fighting gave his organization time to prepare and make sure his affiliates were covered when the day came."

Preparing Your Christmas Format Flip in July

"If you go early in November on a low-rated rimshot, that’s fine because the ratings were probably poor in the first place. But if you have a top three or top five AC and switching over early is hurting, you may want to think twice."

Nielsen Audio PPM Top Ten Market Ratings June 2024 (5/19-6/23)

iHeartMedia’s AC WLTW (106.7 Lite-FM) remains atop the monthly Nielsen PPM ratings in New York City ratings going 8.9-8.2,.

Barrett Media Hires Ron Harrell, Robby Bridges, and Kevin Robinson as Music Radio Columnists

"I knew we needed folks who love to write, are passionate about the business, and have different experiences. I think our first three columnists reflect that, and I'm thrilled to have them joining our team."

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Sarah Clark Announces Upcoming Retirement After 30 Years

"After 30 years of getting up at an ungodly hour, in the middle of the night basically, I have decided that early next year I am going to step away from the morning show."

Larry Kane Retires From Broadcasting After 69 Years Of Service

"It’s been just the greatest experience, but I’m happy that I’m stopping it now."

ESPN Announces Broadcast Teams for 2026 Players Era Men’s Championships

"ESPN became the event’s exclusive home in May through a multi-year deal, replacing TNT Sports."

Pardon My Take’s Dan “Big Cat” Katz Reflects On Illinois Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame Induction

"We were very honored. Pretty cool. I didn't even know this existed."