No Plan B Approach
(By Buzz Knight) I’ve seen a fascinating trend among musicians that I’ve been privileged to interview for my Takin A Walk Podcast. I often ask guests the question, “If you didn’t do what you are doing what would your occupation be?”
Texas Radio Personality ‘Amy O’ Killed In Highway Hit-and-Run
Alpha Media Lubbock is mourning the loss of Amy Garza, known as "Amy O" on 104.9 The Beat (KBTE), who died in a hit and run motorcycle crash in San Antonio early April 20. Garza, 45, was confirmed as the victim by the Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office.
Spotify Leaves IAB As Company Further Retools Podcast Policy
As Spotify makes profitability its number one priority, the streamer has taken a step back from the Interactive Advertising Bureau. The company recently ended its membership with the organization, which sets the industry guidelines for podcast listener and download data.
SiriusXM NFL Radio Gets Ready For 2024 Draft Live From Detroit
SiriusXM has unveiled its coverage schedule for the 2024 NFL Draft, spearheaded by its NFL Radio channel with additional focused programming on SiriusXM College Sports Radio. Comprehensive coverage comes live from Detroit on April 25-27.
2024 ACM Radio Awards See Two Ties And Several First-Timers
With some help from some of Country music's biggest stars, The Academy of Country Music has unveiled the 2024 ACM Radio Awards winners. Notably, this year's awards saw a tie in two categories and celebrated several first-time recipients.
TruGreen Spends Big Green On Radio Ahead Of Busy Summer
As the US shakes the last of the season's cold weather, spring has already sprung onto the list of radio's top national advertisers. The latest data from Media Monitors for the week of April 15-21 shows a boom for home improvement and lawn care brands.
MJ Holds The AM In Tampa With New Multiyear Deal At Q105
Tampa Bay will be waking up with MJ for years to come, as Todd "MJ" Schnitt has renewed his contract for The MJ Morning Show on Q105. The Beasley Media Group personality joined the station in September 2020 after 30 years in radio.
Karen West Wakes Up The Eagle In Virginia Beach
After three decades of her broadcasting to the Virginia coast, Max Media of Hampton Roads is moving midday host Karen West to her own solo morning show on 97.3 The Eagle (WGH). In her place, Barry McKay will fill the vacant slot, effective immediately.
SiriusXM Elvis Host Argo Adds Country Afternoons In Memphis
Cumulus Media Memphis is adding well-known Elvis Presley aficionado Argo to the afternoon drive lineup at KIX 106 (WGKX). Argo will continue hosting his daily show on SiriusXM’s Elvis Radio, a position he has held for two decades.
BIA Updates Hispanic Radio Station Directory For 2024
BIA Advisory Services has released the second edition of its Hispanic Radio Station Directory, a detailed resource that catalogs Spanish-language radio stations across the US and Puerto Rico. This free guide includes information on nearly 2,000 AM and FM stations.
Our Print Magazine: Radio Ink
With Lou Paskalis
Radio's Top 20 Leaders
Information Or Transformation?
