AURN Promotes Anderson to Chief Revenue Officer
American Urban Radio Networks has promoted William "Andy" Anderson to the position of chief revenue officer. He previously served as the company's president of sales, and worked for Billboard magazine in an advertising director role before joining AURN.
Former WLS Host Jay Marvin Dies
Jay Marvin, a progressive talk show host who dazzled listeners in Chicago and several other markets, passed away on Tuesday. The cause of death was not known. Colleagues remembered Marvin as a well-liked radio personality who drew big audiences.
Stevens Picked for EP Role at Westwood One
Westwood One has hired Jackie Stevens to serve as the executive producer of the syndicated programs Nights with Elaina and With Elaina. She re-joins the company after serving as the director of promotions for the Midwest region for EMI Records Nashville and Universal Music Group.
Cumulus Promotes Shelton to Ops Manager
Cumulus Media has promoted Gary Shelton, also known as DJ Rax, to the role of operations manager for its Savannah radio cluster. Along with his new role, Shelton will continue to be heard as the afternoon host on WEAS (93.1 FM, E93) from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. local time.
‘Hollywood’ Renews Deal at WKTU
Sean "Hollywood" Hamilton has reached a new three-year contract with iHeartMedia and its New York rhythmic pop station WKTU-FM. As part of the deal, Hamilton will continue his afternoon show on WKTU and feature segment War of the Roses during the station's 5 p.m. hour.
NJBA Picks John Mozes for Chairman Role
The New Jersey Broadcasters Association has selected WRRC-FM General Manager John Mozes to serve as its next chairman. Mozes will be in charge of NJBA's leadership team and will oversee the organization's programs and financial needs.
Pridgen Named GM of Raleigh Stations
Curtis Media Group has hired Cheri Pridgen as General Manager for WKIX-FM and WPLW-FM in Raleigh. Prior to the move, Pridgen worked as the GSM for Audacy's cluster of stations in Norfolk and Virginia Beach.
Bonneville Promotes Clewett to D.O.S.
Bonneville has appointed Jeff Clewett to the position of D.O.S. for its Denver cluster. Clewett joins the Denver group after serving as GSM for Bonneville's Arizona Sports in the Phoenix market.
Larry Kudlow to Debut Show on WLS-AM
Larry Kudlow, the former director of the National Economic Council and a current host at the Fox Business Network, will debut a new weekend show on Cumulus Chicago talker WLS-AM. The Larry Kudlow Show will begin airing on Sunday, February 5 at 8 p.m. local time.
Smiley Says His 32-Year Old Son Has Died
Atlanta radio host Rickey Smiley announced on social media Sunday that his 32-year old son Brandon has died. No details about how he died were given.
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