Electronic Power Duo Justice Help Launch ‘KROQ EQ’ In LA
Los Angeles' KROQ has expanded outside the realm of Alternative Rock, to bring a bite-sized bit of electronic music to its airwaves. KROQ EQ will air on Saturday nights, showcasing Electronic subgenres including house, future bass, electro, and big beat.
AC Format Innovator George Johns Passes Away
George Johns, one of the pioneering names behind Adult Contemporary radio, has passed away. Known for his innovation and leadership, Johns left an indelible mark on stations across North America, reshaping the way listeners experienced music and entertainment.
EMF Sells Off Nashville Signal Three Months After Purchase
Back in March, Educational Media Foundation announced its purchase of four Salem Media signals spread between Nashville and Honolulu for $7 million. The Christian radio giant is now recouping some of that purchase price with a sale of its own in Music City.
Beasley Media Group Names Regional Sales Leaders For Florida
Beasley Media Group has made a trio of sales management promotions within its Florida region clusters. The move comes as Beasley moves to consolidate several leadership positions, which included the appointment of the broadcaster's first Regional VPs in August.
SportsRadio 94WIP To Continue as Phillies Flagship
Audacy and the Philadelphia Phillies have extended their radio broadcast partnership in a new multi-year deal. SportsRadio 94WIP will remain the flagship station for all Phillies games, including regular season, postseason, and select Spring Training matchups.
DJ D-Strong Returns to Relaunched 102 JAMZ in Orlando
In August, 102 JAMZ (WJHM) returned to Orlando airwaves for the first time since its original run from 1988 to 2014. Now one of the station's most familiar voices has returned as its first on-air talent since the station's relaunch.
A Familiar Name Is Back To Program Two Albuquerque AM Signals
Darren White has returned to Cumulus Media Albuquerque as the new Program Director for 770 AM/96.3 FM News Radio KKOB and sister Sports/Talk station The Sports Animal (KNML-AM). White previously hosted a weekday show on KKOB from 2019 to 2021.
Social Justice Desk Brings Bennett Back to Aspen Public Radio
Eleanor Bennett has returned to Aspen Public Radio as the reporter for a new Social Justice Desk, a collaboration with Aspen Journalism. Bennett previously hosted APR's Morning Edition before leaving in May to participate in a summer-long Spanish language program.
FCC Appointments Boost Engineering and Enforcement Teams
The FCC is bolstering its Office of Engineering and Technology and the Enforcement Bureau with a strategic promotion and hire, respectively. Ira Keltz will serve as OET Acting Chief Engineer, while a former Verizon Exec will serve as Bureau CTO.
Podcast Radio’s Genre-Based Blocks Debut on Minnesota AM
Alpha Media’s KAUS-AM is the newest US home of Podcast Radio, expanding the format to southern Minnesota. The station will also carry a Podcast Radio first: dedicated genre hours for curated podcast programming including business, true crime, and comedy.