Vidler: Podcasting May Be The New FM, But Don’t Copy Radio
At Hispanic Radio Conference 2024, Cumulus Media Chief Insights Officer Pierre Bouvard said as FM was to AM, podcasting may just be to FM. Now Signal Hill Insights President Jeff Vidler is expanding on the idea while extending advice to advertisers.
Joe Verbrugge Extends Role As SiriusXM Chief Commercial Officer
SiriusXM has announced that Joe Verbrugge, the company’s Chief Commercial Officer, is pushing back his impending retirement. Verbrugge had been set to depart on June 27, according to a filing with the SEC, but that date has now been pushed back by a month.
Former SiriusXM VP, TuneIn SVP Billy Hartman To Help Frequency
Audio automation and ad management company Frequency is hiring the services of digital audio consultant Billy Hartman to lead business development initiatives. Hartman will collaborate closely with Frequency CEO Pete Jimison to accelerate growth.
Houston Gaither To Lead UMG Nashville Radio Marketing
UMG Nashville has announced the appointment of Houston Gaither as their new Director of Radio Marketing. Gaither will manage both audio and video content for the label’s Promotions department, using his background in radio and music promotion.
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.
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