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.
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.
Broadcasters Foundation Bringing Media Mixer Back To NYC
The Broadcasters Foundation of America is set to host its third Media Mixer on Thursday, June 13, returning to the iHeartMedia studios in New York City. The Media Mixers series connects emerging broadcast professionals with industry peers and executives.
What Does The FCC Have Planned Next For Radio?
In September 2023 — as Anna Gomez settled into the fifth Commissioner seat — the radio industry wondered, “Where is radio on the FCC’s priority list?” Oh, the difference eight months can make.
Radio’s Share Of Audio Ad Dollars Shrinking As Total Spend Grows
As every first quarter earnings call from across the radio industry showed, traditional broadcasters can no longer ignore digital. Now a new forecast echoes those sentiments, but with good news for the overall audio ecosystem even as over-the-air radio slows.
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