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Burgess Named New Chair Of PPL

October 21, 2025October 20, 2025 kevincarter A2IM, PPL

• PPL, the UK music industry’s collective management organization for performers and recording rightsholders has appointed Dr. Richard James Burgess,

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The Programming Dept. — 95 Triple X

October 20, 2025October 20, 2025 kevincarter Vox AM/FM, WXXX

• RAMP has learned that Kwame Dankwa has exited as Program Director of Vox AM/FM Top 40 WXXX (95 Triple

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Calder Reignites iPartyRadio

October 20, 2025October 20, 2025 kevincarter iPartyRadio

• Nice to hear from veteran programmer Will Calder, who proudly announces that, after a 15-year hiatus, he has relaunched

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After 54 Years, Stone Ready To Roll

October 20, 2025 kevincarter Midwest Communications, WNCY

• A major career change is just days away for Dan Stone, Brand Manager of Midwest Communications’ Country WNCY (Y100)/Green

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DOWNSIZING EXECUTIVE ACTION FREE AGENT FRONT PAGE PUBLIC RADIO STREAMING TRIPLE A 

KCRW Cuts Another 10% Of Staff

October 20, 2025October 21, 2025 kevincarter KCRW

• UPDATED: Faced with further budget cuts following the administration’s elimination of federal funding for public media, Triple A KCRW/Santa

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Star Shines Again In Saratoga Springs

October 20, 2025October 20, 2025 kevincarter Star Radio, WSSV

• Loud Media announces the return of the “Star Radio” branding on Classic Hits WSSV-AM 1160 (Saratoga’s Star Radio)/Mechanicsville, NY,

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Wisconsin Sports Under One [Retractable] Roof

October 20, 2025October 20, 2025 kevincarter Wisconsin Sports Radio Network

• Audacy has launched the Wisconsin Sports Radio Network, a new, centralized hub for sports fans, uniting the state’s biggest

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Ocean Circles Back To Sheet Happens Prep

October 20, 2025October 20, 2025 kevincarter Sheet Happens Prep

• Fresh off his latest role as PD and afternoon drive talent at 7 Mountains Media Hot AC 93.5 WSBG/Stroudsburg,

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Moneyball: Remaining Local & Connected in 2026

October 20, 2025October 19, 2025 kevincarter NuVoodoo

• While Nielsen’s new 3-minute rules have lifted AQH, revenue remains challenging. It’s understandable to see programming personnel being trimmed

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A Lifeline For Little Rock Public Radio

October 19, 2025 kevincarter KUAR, UA Little Rock

• An anonymous donor has made a transformative $400,000 gift to Little Rock Public Radio, home of NPR affiliate KUAR

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ABC Sues FCC Under First Amendment
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ABC Sues FCC Under First Amendment

August 18, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on ABC Sues FCC Under First Amendment

• Disney’s ABC on Tuesday filed suit against the FCC, alleging that its early review of its broadcast licenses is

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Audacy Teams Up With MeidasTouch
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Audacy Teams Up With MeidasTouch

August 19, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Audacy Teams Up With MeidasTouch

• Audacy announced a strategic partnership with the MeidasTouch Network, the fast-growing independent media company founded by brothers Ben, Brett,

Townsquare Partners With Midlands Media
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Townsquare Partners With Midlands Media

August 17, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Townsquare Partners With Midlands Media
Alissa Pollack Named Pres. Of Mediabase
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Alissa Pollack Named Pres. Of Mediabase

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‘Crooks On The Payroll’ At Bob & Tom Show
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‘Crooks On The Payroll’ At Bob & Tom Show

August 17, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on ‘Crooks On The Payroll’ At Bob & Tom Show
Baltimore Classic Rock Resuscitated
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Baltimore Classic Rock Resuscitated

August 12, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Baltimore Classic Rock Resuscitated

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Audacy Teams Up With MeidasTouch
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Audacy Teams Up With MeidasTouch

August 19, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Audacy Teams Up With MeidasTouch

• Audacy announced a strategic partnership with the MeidasTouch Network, the fast-growing independent media company founded by brothers Ben, Brett,

Beasley Vet Mac Edwards Announces Retirement
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Beasley Vet Mac Edwards Announces Retirement

August 19, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Beasley Vet Mac Edwards Announces Retirement
Miami’s LITE FM Unveils New Lineup
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Miami’s LITE FM Unveils New Lineup

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LABEL LOVE

Condolences: ZZ Top’s Frank Beard
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Condolences: ZZ Top’s Frank Beard

August 18, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Condolences: ZZ Top’s Frank Beard
Madonna Leads ’26 VMA Nominations
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Madonna Leads ’26 VMA Nominations

August 18, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Madonna Leads ’26 VMA Nominations
Alissa Pollack Named Pres. Of Mediabase
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Alissa Pollack Named Pres. Of Mediabase

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Hodson Elevated To VP At Tape Room
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Hodson Elevated To VP At Tape Room

August 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Hodson Elevated To VP At Tape Room
Warner Records Nashville Realigns Marketing Team
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Warner Records Nashville Realigns Marketing Team

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Spotify To Label AI-Generated Artists
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Spotify To Label AI-Generated Artists

August 12, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Spotify To Label AI-Generated Artists

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Audacy Teams Up With MeidasTouch
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Audacy Teams Up With MeidasTouch

August 19, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Audacy Teams Up With MeidasTouch
Miami’s LITE FM Unveils New Lineup
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Miami’s LITE FM Unveils New Lineup

August 18, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Miami’s LITE FM Unveils New Lineup
Madonna Leads ’26 VMA Nominations
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Madonna Leads ’26 VMA Nominations

August 18, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Madonna Leads ’26 VMA Nominations
ABC Sues FCC Under First Amendment
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ABC Sues FCC Under First Amendment

August 18, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on ABC Sues FCC Under First Amendment
Morning Kickoff Expanded At Austin’s Zone
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Morning Kickoff Expanded At Austin’s Zone

August 17, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Morning Kickoff Expanded At Austin’s Zone
Townsquare Partners With Midlands Media
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Townsquare Partners With Midlands Media

August 17, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Townsquare Partners With Midlands Media

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