Radio Stays Steadfast Against AMFA Assault In US House Hearing
Rep. Darrell Issa used his US House Subcommittee to prop up his own struggling bill that would see local radio broadcasters charged a new royalty fee, with assistance from the royalty collector who stands to make millions off of such an action.
Megatrax Introduces AI Search Bar for Tailored Music Matching
Megatrax Production Music has unveiled a new AI-powered search tool to help perfectly match a scene, mood, or feeling to a music track or bed in its library. The AI Search Bar uses natural language processing so users can input scene descriptions in their own words.
Jeff Sottolano Promoted to Chief Programming Officer at Audacy
Audacy has announced the promotion of Jeff Sottolano to Chief Programming Officer, along with a multi-year contract extension. In his new role, Sottolano will oversee content strategy and performance for all of Audacy's local brand formats and distribution platforms.
Andy Richter Launches New Call-In Show on SiriusXM
Actor, comedian, and writer Andy Richter is getting his own interactive show on SiriusXM. The Andy Richter Call-In Show will air weekly on Conan O’Brien Radio, focusing on casual, after-hours conversations with guest comedians and listeners.
Automaker Lobbying Spiked In Q1, Pitting Big Cash Against AM Act
With time turning against the AM For Every Vehicle Act, automaker spending on Capitol Hill surged in Q1 as manufacturers hope for inaction on the bill. General Motors, Ford, Honda, Tesla, and Rivian heaped combined millions against mandating AM radio for in-car safety.
NAB’s LeGeyt To Fight Proposed Royalties On Capitol Hill Today
As efforts to impose a new performance royalty on local radio rise again, NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt is set to testify before the US House Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, and the Internet this afternoon.
Once Again, Unpaid Fees Put Texas AM at Risk of Losing License
An operator on the Texas/Mexico border is again under threat of having its license yanked by the FCC over unpaid regulatory fees. The Media Bureau has initiated proceedings against Consolidated Radio, Inc. for failing to pay $3,303.84 for fiscal year 2022.
Paige Nienaber’s Midweek Idea Dump: Temporary Rebranding
(By Paige Nienaber) I’ve always thought that our sites and logos were artist templates, and a static, unchanged image is kind of boring. Radio has had occasional moments of brilliance when it comes to temporary rebranding.
They Said “NO” to Your Proposal: Now What? – Part 2
(By Rick Fink) In last week's column, we said you would probably rather endure a root canal than hear your prospect say, "We like your presentation but..." In today's, we'll explore the first five of the 10 Things You Can Do After Your Client Says No.
How To Expand Your Cast For Free
(By Randy Lane) Contributors, experts, and friends of your show can significantly enhance its quality, appeal, and success. Expanding your cast creates a bigger, more dynamic sound for any show. The good news is most will do it for free!
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