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Beasley Approves Reverse Stock Split

September 19, 2024April 25, 2025 kevincarter Beasley Broadcast Group

• The Board of Directors of Beasley Broadcast Group Inc., the parent company of Beasley Media Group, has approved a

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Abbott Joins Soundstripe As Head/Music Partnerships

September 18, 2024 kevincarter Soundstripe

• Soundstripe, the premier music licensing platform that simplifies music licensing for creatives, brands, and enterprises, welcomes Angela Abbott as

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Saga Announces Executive Upgrades

September 17, 2024September 18, 2024 kevincarter Saga Communications

• Saga Communications, Inc. this week announced the elevation of two longtime executive: CFO/Treasurer Sam Bush adds the title of

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BMI Files Action Against SiriusXM

September 12, 2024September 12, 2024 kevincarter BMI, SiriusXM

• On Thursday, Sept. 12, BMI filed a rate court action in the Southern District of New York “to determine

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NeoFill Gone M.I.A.?

September 4, 2024September 5, 2024 kevincarter NeoFill

• Details are still sketchy, but RAMP has received multiple reports over the past few days from disaffected client stations

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iHeartMedia Ups Etcheverry To Pacific Area Pres.

September 4, 2024September 4, 2024 kevincarter iHeartMedia

• iHeartMedia announced that Devonne Etcheverry has been elevated to Area President for the Pacific Area, which includes 35+ radio

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BMI Names Martijn Tel As CFO

September 4, 2024September 4, 2024 kevincarter BMI

• BMI announced the appointment of Martijn Tel to the position of Chief Financial Officer. He reports to President &

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RIAA Releases Mid-Year Music Revenue Report

August 29, 2024August 30, 2024 kevincarter RIAA

• The Recording Industry Association of America® (RIAA) issued its mid-year analysis, which includes the broadest range of US revenue

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It’s Just Business… ROCK 92.9/Boston Moving

August 20, 2024 kevincarter Bloomberg Radio, WBOS

• Beasley Classic Rock WBOS (ROCK 92.9)/Boston is leaving its frequency — it’s true. Effective Sept. 3 at 12pm ET,

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BFOA Helps Take Care Of Your Voice

August 13, 2024 kevincarter Broadcasters Foundation

• The Broadcasters Foundation of America (BFOA) has teamed up with Dr. Steven M. Zeitels from the patient nonprofit Voice

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Stern Extends For Three More Years
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Stern Extends For Three More Years

December 16, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Stern Extends For Three More Years

• During his last show of the year, Howard Stern officially announced that he will continue to host The Howard

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iHeart, Netflix Ink Video Podcast Deal
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iHeart, Netflix Ink Video Podcast Deal

December 16, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on iHeart, Netflix Ink Video Podcast Deal

• iHeartMedia and Netflix announced an exclusive video podcasting partnership for more than 15 original iHeartPodcasts. The agreement includes all

Taylor & Alex Dominate RIAA Year-End List
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Taylor & Alex Dominate RIAA Year-End List

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WCM Totally In Sync With Robinson
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WCM Totally In Sync With Robinson

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MIW Extends Mentorship Submission Window
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MIW Extends Mentorship Submission Window

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BBC Introducing Itself To Tennessee
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BBC Introducing Itself To Tennessee

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Ellis Elevated To VP/A&R At Island Records
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Ellis Elevated To VP/A&R At Island Records

December 17, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Ellis Elevated To VP/A&R At Island Records

• Island Records has promoted Caroline Ellis to Vice President, A&R. Based in Los Angeles, Ellis will report to Jackie

Premiere Annexes Murphy, Sam & Jodi
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Premiere Annexes Murphy, Sam & Jodi

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Bill Hess Signing Off 12/31
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Bill Hess Signing Off 12/31

December 16, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Bill Hess Signing Off 12/31

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Ellis Elevated To VP/A&R At Island Records
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Ellis Elevated To VP/A&R At Island Records

December 17, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Ellis Elevated To VP/A&R At Island Records
Wong Upped To EVP, Recorded Music, WMG
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Wong Upped To EVP, Recorded Music, WMG

December 16, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Wong Upped To EVP, Recorded Music, WMG
CRS ’26 Available Via Barter
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CRS ’26 Available Via Barter

December 16, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on CRS ’26 Available Via Barter
Leonard Named Exec. Director, ASCAP Foundation
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Leonard Named Exec. Director, ASCAP Foundation

December 15, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Leonard Named Exec. Director, ASCAP Foundation
Alaghehband Named VP/Nat’l Promo, Virgin Music Group
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Alaghehband Named VP/Nat’l Promo, Virgin Music Group

December 11, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Alaghehband Named VP/Nat’l Promo, Virgin Music Group
Taylor & Alex Dominate RIAA Year-End List
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Taylor & Alex Dominate RIAA Year-End List

December 11, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Taylor & Alex Dominate RIAA Year-End List

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Premiere Annexes Murphy, Sam & Jodi
AC BRANDING/MARKETING CLASSIC HITS FRONT PAGE MORNING SHOWS PROGRAMMING STREAMING SYNDICATION TRANSACTIONS 

Premiere Annexes Murphy, Sam & Jodi

December 16, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Premiere Annexes Murphy, Sam & Jodi
Bill Hess Signing Off 12/31
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Bill Hess Signing Off 12/31

December 16, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Bill Hess Signing Off 12/31
iHeart, Netflix Ink Video Podcast Deal
BRANDING/MARKETING DIGITAL EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE MILESTONES MORNING SHOWS PODCASTING PROGRAMMING STREAMING TRANSACTIONS 

iHeart, Netflix Ink Video Podcast Deal

December 16, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on iHeart, Netflix Ink Video Podcast Deal
CRS ’26 Available Via Barter
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CRS ’26 Available Via Barter

December 16, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on CRS ’26 Available Via Barter
Stern Extends For Three More Years
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Stern Extends For Three More Years

December 16, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Stern Extends For Three More Years
Ebro Show Transitions To YouTube
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Ebro Show Transitions To YouTube

December 15, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Ebro Show Transitions To YouTube

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