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Rick Thomas Named Senior VP Programming Malama Media Group

"Coming back to Hawaii feels like coming home. I raised my family in Honolulu. I have a special love for creating great radio and serving the people here."

Dolly Parton’s Death Shows Radio’s Real Power

When news broke yesterday that Dolly Parton had died...

SuperTalk 99.7 WTN, Matt Murphy Delivered Broadcast Excellence on Dolly Parton’s Passing

Dolly Parton gave America so much for so long. It's only fitting that her hometown station gave her the send-off she earned.

Sports Radio Can’t Develop Talent If Programmers Are Too Busy Becoming Talent

"Programming is supposed to be about developing talent, building brands, creating opportunities and preparing the next person to take the next step. When the person responsible for doing those things becomes part of the talent lineup, the priorities inevitably become blurred."

What Does Real Rock Radio Growth Look Like in 2026?

"2026 growth is about growing audience love, not audience size."

100.7 The Wolf Launches New Morning Show “Ellen & Aaron” in Seattle

"With Ellen's established rapport and Aaron's local stage presence, this show is a celebration of everything our community loves."

Fuzión Brings Spanish Christian Radio to Dallas Hispanic Listeners

"DFW is one of the most strategic markets in the country, serving as a major hub of Spanish media and spiritual influence, with the power to shape culture across the nation."

Country Radio’s Cheat Code: Key Takeaways From Techsurvey 2026

"It completely removes the boardroom guesswork, where people who haven't been to a tailgate in a decade try to predict the future, and asks the audience exactly what they want."

From Billboard to Bots: A Guide to Finding Real Hit Songs

"We all know playing a bad song is a bigger tune-out than playing commercials. The best strategy is to proceed with caution. "

Magellan AI Promotes Jim Ballas to President of Measurement

"Ballas joined Magellan AI in 2022 as GM of Measurement."

Sony Music Pursues Multibillion-Dollar Recognition Music Takeover

"The deal would primarily transfer publishing rights for iconic artists — including Justin Bieber, Neil Young, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers."

Casey Kasem’s American Top 40 Surpasses 600 Affiliates

"This milestone is a testament to the enduring legacy of Casey Kasem and the timeless appeal of American Top 40."

Luke Bryan, Kane Brown Headline iHeartCountry Festival 2026 in Austin

Country music's biggest names took over Austin. The iHeartCountry Festival returned to The Moody Center on May 2, drawing a massive crowd. What We Know:...

Why Spirit Airlines’ Failure Is a Mirror for Music Radio Stations

"The lesson for music radio is not that low cost is bad. The lesson is that once the experience starts to feel stripped down, transactional, and emotionally thin, the audience may still use you while caring less every time they do."

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Dolly Parton’s Death Shows Radio’s Real Power

When news broke yesterday that Dolly Parton had died...

SuperTalk 99.7 WTN, Matt Murphy Delivered Broadcast Excellence on Dolly Parton’s Passing

Dolly Parton gave America so much for so long. It's only fitting that her hometown station gave her the send-off she earned.

Sports Radio Can’t Develop Talent If Programmers Are Too Busy Becoming Talent

"Programming is supposed to be about developing talent, building brands, creating opportunities and preparing the next person to take the next step. When the person responsible for doing those things becomes part of the talent lineup, the priorities inevitably become blurred."

20 Brands in 20 Days: Eric Wellman, Q104.3

"The playlist spans from Elton John to Linkin Park — a four-generation bandwidth that most radio formats wouldn't dare attempt."