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CLASSIC HIP HOP

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Star Sighting In Augusta

March 30, 2026 kevincarter Beasley Media Group

• Beasley Media Group announces the return of longtime company veteran Adam Star, this time as Program Director for its

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CLASSIC HIP HOP FORMAT FLIPS FREE AGENT FRONT PAGE NEWS/TALK/SPORTS PROGRAMMING RHYTHMIC 

Chicago Pros On The Loose

January 15, 2026January 15, 2026 kevincarter Audacy, WBMX

• Yesterday we reported that, because of Audacy’s impending Feb. 2 flip of Throwback WBMX (104.3 JAMS)/Chicago to a simulcast

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BRANDING/MARKETING CLASSIC HIP HOP FORMAT FLIPS FRONT PAGE NEWS/TALK/SPORTS PROGRAMMING STREAMING 

Chicago’s Score Adds Frequency Modulation

January 14, 2026January 14, 2026 kevincarter Audacy, WSCR

• Audacy Sports-Talk WSCR-AM (670 The Score)/Chicago just earned an FM simulcast upgrade with the launch of 104.3 The Score

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ACTIVE ROCK BRANDING/MARKETING CLASSIC HIP HOP CLASSIC ROCK EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE SALES URBAN AC 

Scarano Named VP/MM, Beasley Detroit

January 14, 2026January 14, 2026 kevincarter Beasley Media Group

• Beasley Media Group has named Matt Scarano as VP/Market Manager of its Detroit group — Active Rock WRIF, Classic

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BRANDING/MARKETING CLASSIC HIP HOP FRONT PAGE PROGRAMMING PROS IN MOTION RHYTHMIC 

Rosado Named Dir./Content, Sierra H Phoenix

July 29, 2025July 29, 2025 kevincarter Sierra H Broadcasting

• Sierra H. Broadcasting is proud to welcome seasoned programmer and on-air talent Eric Rosado as its new Director of

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BRANDING/MARKETING CLASSIC HIP HOP FORMAT FLIPS FRONT PAGE NEWS/TALK/SPORTS PROGRAMMING STREAMING 

Christmas Arrives Early In Norfolk

July 25, 2025 kevincarter

• iHeartMedia Norfolk has moved its local Black Information Network (BIN) affiliate from 105.3FM (WNOH), up the dial to 92.1

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BRANDING/MARKETING CLASSIC HIP HOP FORMAT FLIPS FRONT PAGE PROGRAMMING STREAMING 

Montgomery Definitely Feeling The Vibe

May 29, 2025 kevincarter Cumulus Media, WXFX

• Cumulus has been busy this week in Montgomery, AL, launching the market’s newest Classic Hip Hop and R&B station,

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ALTERNATIVE CLASSIC HIP HOP COUNTRY EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE SALES TOP 40 

Schaflander Upped To VP/MM, Cumulus ATL

May 29, 2025May 29, 2025 kevincarter 99X, Cumulus Media, WKHX, WWWQ

• Cumulus Atlanta promotes from within and elevates Justin Schaflander from VP of Sales to VP/Market Manager of the four-station

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CLASSIC HIP HOP DOWNSIZING FREE AGENT FRONT PAGE HOT AC PROGRAMMING RHYTHMIC 

Will Calder Exits Audacy Miami

April 16, 2025April 16, 2025 kevincarter Audacy, WPOW

• RAMP has confirmed that Will Calder is out as Director of Programming and Operations for Classic Hip Hop WPOW

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CLASSIC HIP HOP FRONT PAGE MORNING SHOWS PROS IN MOTION 

‘Lisha B’ Sets Her Wake-Up Alarm For Detroit

March 31, 2025 kevincarter Beasley Media Group, WMGC

• Congrats to Alisha “Lisha B” Brown, who has been named as co-host of the all-new Bounce Morning Roll Out

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BREAKING NEWS

Urban One Buying KKDA & KRNB/Dallas-Ft. Worth
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Urban One Buying KKDA & KRNB/Dallas-Ft. Worth

May 1, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Urban One Buying KKDA & KRNB/Dallas-Ft. Worth

• Urban One has entered into an agreement to acquire Service Broadcasting Group, LLC, including its flagship radio stations —

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DIGITAL

Cumulus + Media Audit + TOMA.Solutions
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Cumulus + Media Audit + TOMA.Solutions

April 30, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Cumulus + Media Audit + TOMA.Solutions

• Cumulus Media is accelerating its commitment to data-driven sales by partnering with The Media Audit and TOMA.Solutions. The move

Mothership Beams Up To Concord
DIGITAL EXECUTIVE ACTION FINANCIAL FRONT PAGE LABEL LOVE STREAMING TRANSACTIONS 

Mothership Beams Up To Concord

April 27, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Mothership Beams Up To Concord
SXM Media To Rep YouTube Audio Ads
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SXM Media To Rep YouTube Audio Ads

April 22, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on SXM Media To Rep YouTube Audio Ads
Ternus To Succeed Cook As Apple CEO
BRANDING/MARKETING DIGITAL EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE MILESTONES 

Ternus To Succeed Cook As Apple CEO

April 20, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Ternus To Succeed Cook As Apple CEO
vCreative Expands Automation Integrations
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vCreative Expands Automation Integrations

April 16, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on vCreative Expands Automation Integrations

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Riser House Welcomes Leighanna Martin
BRANDING/MARKETING COUNTRY EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE LABEL LOVE STREAMING 

Riser House Welcomes Leighanna Martin

May 1, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Riser House Welcomes Leighanna Martin

• Riser House continues to expand its team with the addition of Leighanna Martin as Manager, A&R + Publishing. Martin

Taylor Conquers PM Drive On Norfolk’s Fox
BRANDING/MARKETING CLASSIC ROCK FRONT PAGE PROS IN MOTION 

Taylor Conquers PM Drive On Norfolk’s Fox

May 1, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Taylor Conquers PM Drive On Norfolk’s Fox
Urban One Buying KKDA & KRNB/Dallas-Ft. Worth
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Urban One Buying KKDA & KRNB/Dallas-Ft. Worth

May 1, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Urban One Buying KKDA & KRNB/Dallas-Ft. Worth

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Riser House Welcomes Leighanna Martin
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Riser House Welcomes Leighanna Martin

May 1, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Riser House Welcomes Leighanna Martin
WMG Makes TIME100 List
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WMG Makes TIME100 List

April 30, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on WMG Makes TIME100 List
UMG Selling Half Of Its Spotify Stake
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UMG Selling Half Of Its Spotify Stake

April 29, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on UMG Selling Half Of Its Spotify Stake
Maxwell To Head U.S. Ops For Believe
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Maxwell To Head U.S. Ops For Believe

April 29, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Maxwell To Head U.S. Ops For Believe
BMG & Concord Announce Merger
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BMG & Concord Announce Merger

April 28, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on BMG & Concord Announce Merger
Mothership Beams Up To Concord
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Mothership Beams Up To Concord

April 27, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Mothership Beams Up To Concord

PROGRAMMING

Urban One Buying KKDA & KRNB/Dallas-Ft. Worth
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Urban One Buying KKDA & KRNB/Dallas-Ft. Worth

May 1, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Urban One Buying KKDA & KRNB/Dallas-Ft. Worth
Whitten Named PD, Indie 102.3/Denver
BRANDING/MARKETING FRONT PAGE PROGRAMMING PROS IN MOTION TRIPLE A 

Whitten Named PD, Indie 102.3/Denver

May 1, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Whitten Named PD, Indie 102.3/Denver
Courier, Truth Join Milwaukee Black Media Trust
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Courier, Truth Join Milwaukee Black Media Trust

April 30, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Courier, Truth Join Milwaukee Black Media Trust
Curtis Expands Via Capitol Broadcasting
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Curtis Expands Via Capitol Broadcasting

April 30, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Curtis Expands Via Capitol Broadcasting
DMR/Interactive Elevates Bannon To EVP
BRANDING/MARKETING EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE PROGRAMMING RESEARCH 

DMR/Interactive Elevates Bannon To EVP

April 30, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on DMR/Interactive Elevates Bannon To EVP
NAB Condemns Carr’s Move Against ABC
EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE POLITICS PROGRAMMING PUBLIC SERVICE TELEVISION 

NAB Condemns Carr’s Move Against ABC

April 29, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on NAB Condemns Carr’s Move Against ABC

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