Hot Town, Summer In The City
• WKTU/New York morning duo Paul “Cubby” Bryant and Carolina Bermudez yesterday unveiled star-studded lineup for the station’s annual ultimate summer dance party concert event, KTUphoria 2017 — Backstreet Boys, Fifth Harmony, Nicky Jam, Jason Derulo, Shaggy, Daya and Craig David will take the stage at Jones Beach Theater in Wantagh, NY on Saturday, June 3, at 7pm. “We are excited to bring this star-studded lineup to our listeners,” said PD Rob Miller. “It’s going to be one giant party for all ages at the Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater!”
KTUphoria 2017 will kick off with an official all-ages pre-party celebration from 3-6pm, open to ticket holders only and featuring sets from KTU resident DJs and special artist appearances as well as interactive brand displays. Attendees will also have a chance to win special meet-and-greet packages with KTUphoria 2017 artists. KTUphoria 2017 tickets go on sale starting tomorrow at 10am ET via ktu.com and LiveNation.com.
• Cox Media Group Urban AC WALR (Kiss 104.1)/Atlanta recently announced the lineup for its 22nd Annual Flashback Festival — please welcome The Isley Brothers, Keith Sweat, Kid ‘n Play and Evelyn “Champagne” King, who will perform at Atlanta’s Lakewood Amphitheatre on Saturday, Aug. 12. Tony Kidd, VP of Programming, said, “This year’s Flashback Festival looks to bring together lovers of Old School R&B and Hip Hop for another great time. I look forward to seeing all the Kiss 104.1 family and enjoying the Tailgate prior to the show.” Tickets go on sale today at noon at LiveNation.com.
