"Meeting voters where they are," is the reasoning behind President Joe Biden's multi-million dollar radio advertising push in battleground states, announced on Friday. The six-week push comes as former President Donald Trump also turns to the reach of AM/FM. [read more]
Radio Ink’s March issue celebrates monumental achievements by the industry’s Black trailblazers. Look inside for Radio’s African American Future Leaders, a celebration of 50 years of WBLS, an interview with Aduacy’s Skip Dillard, and more! [read more]
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment has elevated NFL executive Kevin Demoff to President of Team and Media Operations. In his new role, Demoff will oversee KSE’s broadcast assets, including four Denver radio stations and the Altitude Sports Network. [read more]
In November, SiriusXM announced Uncommon Creative Studio as its creative agency of record for the satellite broadcaster's massive rebrand. Now the duo has debuted a new national brand campaign titled "Closer," using the Academy Awards as its launchpad. [read more]
(By Pat Bryson) Great salespeople are always looking for higher revenue. Much of the time, that starts with adding new prospects to our sales funnel. One thing's for sure, if they don't go INTO our funnel, they won't come out as orders. [read more]
(By Loyd Ford) We all know that the more people you see, the more people you sell. But why do people give you money? Maybe we don’t ask that question enough or study that question enough because people give you money for a wide variety of reasons. [read more]
(By Marc Greenspan) We recently ran across an article from the Christian Music Broadcasters that preached the value of using your ZIP codes - specifically, a station’s database. Let’s assume (yes, a dangerous word) that you have a robust listener database. [read more]
Cromwell Media's stations in Mattoon, IL, set a new cluster record by collaborating with 136 community partners to raise $130,427 for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. WMCI 101.3 led the charge, courtesy of air talent Bub McCullough and Renee Fonner. [read more]
It was billed as 'A Better Alternative,' but now the Columbus, OH, FM frequency formerly hosting WWCD has exited the genre after five weeks. Delmar Communications and ICS Communications' 93X (WXGT) is now My 92.9, carrying an Oldies format, as of March 8. [read more]
The National Black Radio Hall of Fame has unveiled its 2024 Class, honoring a diverse array of individuals and programs that have influenced the American radio landscape, fostering social change, empowering communities, and celebrating Black Culture. [read more]
On March 9, Women In Radio honored iHeartMedia EVP of Programming Thea Mitchem with its Trailblazer Award at WIR's 8th Annual Conference. She was presented with the award after a fireside chat with Ivy Riveria of New York City's Power 105.1 (WWPR). [read more]
Conservative talker Erick Erickson is expanding his range to three more Cox Media Group stations across the eastern half of the US. Originating from Atlanta's WSB (WSB-AM/WSBB-FM), Erickson is being added to midday slots in Ohio, Oklahoma, and Florida. [read more]
Exciting news for executives, managers, and the generally busy! Starting April 7, Radio Ink is launching the Radio InkRadio Wrap, a Sunday digest recapping the top industry news and ideas of the week. [read more]
Always Know The Deal With RBR+TVBR KDFC, the USC-owned Classical station serving the San Francisco Bay Area, appears to be ready to widen its coverage of the mountainous East Bay. The Afternoon Headlines E-mail has the story. Get this newsletter by clicking HERE.
Known for his three-decade tenure at WBGO in New York City, jazz radio host Rob Crocker passed away on March 7. Crocker was also a famed part of the Tokyo radio scene, where he introduced Japanese audiences to jazz during his live all-night radio show. [read more]
Georgia Tech Athletics is celebrating three decades of partnership with Dickey Broadcasting's 680 The Fan (WCNN-AM) by renewing its flagship deal. The Fan will continue to broadcast Tech football and men's basketball games for another five years. [read more]
Are you hearing things about radio in your market? Tell Radio Ink. We've covered radio for more than 31 years as the most trusted name in the industry. Send news tips and station press releases to Radio Ink Online Editor Cameron Coats. [read more]
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"Meeting voters where they are," is the reasoning behind President Joe Biden's multi-million dollar radio advertising push in battleground states, announced on Friday. The six-week push comes as former President Donald Trump also turns to the reach of AM/FM.
Radio Ink’s March issue celebrates monumental achievements by the industry’s Black trailblazers. Look inside for Radio’s African American Future Leaders, a celebration of 50 years of WBLS, an interview with Aduacy’s Skip Dillard, and more!
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment has elevated NFL executive Kevin Demoff to President of Team and Media Operations. In his new role, Demoff will oversee KSE’s broadcast assets, including four Denver radio stations and the Altitude Sports Network.
In November, SiriusXM announced Uncommon Creative Studio as its creative agency of record for the satellite broadcaster's massive rebrand. Now the duo has debuted a new national brand campaign titled "Closer," using the Academy Awards as its launchpad.
(By Pat Bryson) Great salespeople are always looking for higher revenue. Much of the time, that starts with adding new prospects to our sales funnel. One thing's for sure, if they don't go INTO our funnel, they won't come out as orders.
(By Loyd Ford) We all know that the more people you see, the more people you sell. But why do people give you money? Maybe we don’t ask that question enough or study that question enough because people give you money for a wide variety of reasons.
(By Marc Greenspan) We recently ran across an article from the Christian Music Broadcasters that preached the value of using your ZIP codes - specifically, a station’s database. Let’s assume (yes, a dangerous word) that you have a robust listener database.
Cromwell Media's stations in Mattoon, IL, set a new cluster record by collaborating with 136 community partners to raise $130,427 for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. WMCI 101.3 led the charge, courtesy of air talent Bub McCullough and Renee Fonner.
It was billed as 'A Better Alternative,' but now the Columbus, OH, FM frequency formerly hosting WWCD has exited the genre after five weeks. Delmar Communications and ICS Communications' 93X (WXGT) is now My 92.9, carrying an Oldies format, as of March 8.
The National Black Radio Hall of Fame has unveiled its 2024 Class, honoring a diverse array of individuals and programs that have influenced the American radio landscape, fostering social change, empowering communities, and celebrating Black Culture.
On March 9, Women In Radio honored iHeartMedia EVP of Programming Thea Mitchem with its Trailblazer Award at WIR's 8th Annual Conference. She was presented with the award after a fireside chat with Ivy Riveria of New York City's Power 105.1 (WWPR).
Conservative talker Erick Erickson is expanding his range to three more Cox Media Group stations across the eastern half of the US. Originating from Atlanta's WSB (WSB-AM/WSBB-FM), Erickson is being added to midday slots in Ohio, Oklahoma, and Florida.
Exciting news for executives, managers, and the generally busy! Starting April 7, Radio Ink is launching the Radio Ink Radio Wrap, a Sunday digest recapping the top industry news and ideas of the week.
Known for his three-decade tenure at WBGO in New York City, jazz radio host Rob Crocker passed away on March 7. Crocker was also a famed part of the Tokyo radio scene, where he introduced Japanese audiences to jazz during his live all-night radio show.
Georgia Tech Athletics is celebrating three decades of partnership with Dickey Broadcasting's 680 The Fan (WCNN-AM) by renewing its flagship deal. The Fan will continue to broadcast Tech football and men's basketball games for another five years.
Are you hearing things about radio in your market? Tell Radio Ink. We've covered radio for more than 31 years as the most trusted name in the industry. Send news tips and station press releases to Radio Ink Online Editor 
