Soundcheck Comes Back Home To Bay Area Radio
An iconic Bay Area alternative rock radio show is back with the recent relaunch of Live 105 (KITS). Audacy San Francisco announced the return of Soundcheck, with original host Aaron Axelsen back on Sunday nights starting July 9.
Beasley’s VGS Celebrates A Year On-Air In Sin City
Beasley Media Group celebrated the first anniversary of its Las Vegas Hot AC 102.7 VGS with an exclusive party. The event featured a special acoustic performance from Shinedown and a special pastry from a celebrity guest.
Australia Leads The US In Digital Audio Says Edison
While over-the-air radio listening remains strong in America, how does the land down under compare? While Australia's traditional AM/FM/DAB+ habits trail behind the US, they remain one of the strongest markets for digital audio.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Power of AM Radio
(By Lainie Petersen) Chicago's WCPT has thrived for close to twenty years because of community connection. One such connection is between its listeners and long-time Sunday Morning host Brandon Johnson, who became Chicago’s 57th mayor.
ESPN Cuts Johnson & Kellerman, Who Will Be Next?
After rumors of their ESPN Radio morning show coming to an end, ESPN parent company Disney has released Max Kellerman and Keyshawn Johnson. The duo's departure is part of ESPN's efforts to reduce payroll, which sources say could continue.
Radio’s Reach Still Goes Deep, Says Nielsen
For those worried about radio's reach, 91% of all adults in the United States still hear AM/FM on a monthly basis according to Nielsen's Audio Today 2023 report. This rate puts radio over TV, smartphones, and other audio platforms.
A.I. Copywriting Tool Seeks Expansion During Beta Test
In another move forward for artificial intelligence in radio, advertising and production firm CreativeReady is asking broadcasters to help beta test its new Spec-Mate app. The real-time scriptwriting tool utilizes AI combined with in-house writers to generate scripts.
Tennessee State Names Nashville AM As Flagship
Tennessee State University's athletic teams have entered into a new three-year partnership with WNSR-AM as their radio flagship. Beginning in the 2023-24 season, the football team plus men's and women's basketball teams will be broadcasted on WNSR.
Audacy Reverse Stock Split Clears Compliance Hurdle
After being delisted from the NYSE, Audacy has implemented a 1-for-30 reverse stock split in order to regain compliance. The reverse split reduced the number of outstanding shares of Audacy's Class A common stock to about 4.6 million.
Skyview Splitting With ABC Audio After 10 Years
Skyview Networks has announced the conclusion of its business relationship with ABC Audio starting in 2024. The two have been partners since 2014. Skyview will continue to represent ABC Audio network sales and provide distribution services until January 1.
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