Randy Travis’ AI Return Stirs Strong Feelings Across Country Radio
On May 3, Country music star Randy Travis surprised fans with "Where That Came From," his first new music since a 2013 stroke. Produced with AI voice cloning technology, now that song has charted on Country radio - making waves and raising questions.
Washington Spirit Find Their Radio Home On DC’s ESPN 630
The Washington Spirit has announced its first-ever radio partnership with Cumulus Media Washington, DC's ESPN 630. The station will broadcast 13 regular NWSL season matches throughout the 2024 season, starting May 18.
WNBA Fever Brings Minnesota Lynx Back To Radio
As the WNBA starts its 2024-2025 season with heavy interest from the "Caitlin Clark effect," the Minnesota Lynx are celebrating their return to radio for the first time since 2019 thanks to a partnership with iHeartMedia Minneapolis.
Big Machine’s Scott Borchetta To Get 2024 CRB President’s Award
Big Machine Label Group Chairman and CEO Scott Borchetta will be honored with the 2024 Country Radio Broadcasters President’s Award. This accolade is given to those who played a vital role in the advancement of the Country radio format.
Audio Lags In BIA Media Ecosystems Measurement
From 2019 to post-pandemic America might be one of the most intense five-year shifts in media and its consumption in modern history. Now BIA Advisory Services has documented the financial and valuation fluctuations of the past half-decade on broadcasters.
Paige Nienaber’s Midweek Idea Dump: The Election Connection
(By Paige Nienaber) I can not think of anything that is potentially more dangerous (other than juggling chainsaws) than getting political on the air or social media of a music station. But, that doesn’t mean you can’t acknowledge the election.
The Genius Of ‘And’
(By Randy Lane) I learned a valuable coaching lesson from hilarious air talent and voiceover master Jack Murphy. In a workshop at WKZL Greensboro, I complimented Jack on a bit he did on his morning show. He immediately said, “OK, BUT?”
They’ll Only Respect What You Inspect
(By Rick Fink) I learned long ago that the best sales reps want, even expect, to be inspected. Regardless of what they do, overachievers will tell you they set expectations of themselves and appreciate having their leaders or mentors set expectations for them
FCC Releases First FM Geo-Targeting Compliance Guide
With this week's start of the authorization for experimental FM geo-targeting services on booster stations, the FCC has released its Small Entity Compliance Guide for the process. The guide details key rules and their implications for full and low-power FM broadcasters.
NAB to FCC: Compulsory DIRS Reports Are The Wrong Focus
Would mandatory Disaster Information Reporting System reporting help or hinder broadcasters in the event of an emergency? This is the question raised by the NAB in comments on the FCC's proposal to require just that, should the worst occur.
Gottlieb Preps For ‘Mental Gymnastics’ Of Radio and Coaching
FOX Sports Radio host Doug Gottlieb has been appointed head coach for the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay men's basketball team and says he can effectively balance his new role while continuing to host his nationally syndicated weekday show.
Steven Keller and Andy Scholl Find The Right Fit At Florida’s WFIT
Florida Tech's public radio station WFIT 89.5 is expanding its team with two new additions. Steven Keller will serve as the station's Program Director, while Andy Scholl comes aboard as WFIT's membership and volunteer manager.
Boston Radio Legend Dick Summer Dead At 89
Boston radio icon Dick Summer, known for his popular overnight show Nightlight on WBZ-AM, has passed away at the age of 89. WBZ announced Summer's passing on May 14, highlighting his influential career during the 1960s and 70s.
Joe Rogan Again Leads The Top 50 US Podcasts List For Q1 2024
Edison Research has released the Top 50 Podcasts in the US for the first quarter of 2024. The rankings, derived from Edison Podcast Metrics, reflect total audience reach through continuous interviews conducted in English and Spanish throughout the quarter.
SiriusXM Signs Another Big 360L Deal, This Time With MINI
Less than a month after announcing an extended deal with Hyundai, SiriusXM has announced that the broadcaster's 360L satellite and streaming audio platform will now be standard in every all-new MINI model sold in the United States.
Artists, Labels Furious With ‘Cynical’ Spotify Payment Restructure
As Spotify seeks to again raise subscription prices in a desperate bid for maximum profitability, the streamer appears to be using a loophole to save an estimated $150 million cut in US mechanical royalties by claiming a "bundle" rate because of audiobooks.
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