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CLASSIC HIP HOP

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Geffert Upped To SVP/MM, Audacy San Francisco

November 13, 2024 kevincarter Audacy

• Audacy has elevated Kieran Geffert to SVP/Market Manager of its San Francisco group, which includes All News KCBS-AM, KGMZ

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CLASSIC HIP HOP DOWNSIZING FREE AGENT FRONT PAGE MORNING SHOWS 

Shannon Renee: Free Agent

November 7, 2024 kevincarter WMGC

• Late last week we reported that Beasley Classic Hip Hop WMGC (105.1 The Bounce)/Detroit had laid off morning show

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CLASSIC HIP HOP DOWNSIZING FREE AGENT FRONT PAGE MORNING SHOWS 

‘Mean Jean’ Fremont On The Loose

November 3, 2024 kevincarter Beasley Media Group, WMGC

• RAMP has confirmed that “Mean Jean” Fremont has exited as APD and morning co-host at Beasley Classic Hip Hop

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ADULT HITS BRANDING/MARKETING CLASSIC HIP HOP FORMAT FLIPS FRONT PAGE MORNING SHOWS PROGRAMMING STREAMING SYNDICATION URBAN AC 

KVDU Captures Baton Rouge Vibe

October 14, 2024 kevincarter iHeartMedia, KVDU

• As iHeartMedia completes the move of Adult Hits KVDU (104.1 The Spot) from New Orleans to Baton Rouge, the

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

D-Strong Move Made By 102 Jamz

October 3, 2024 kevincarter Audacy, WJHM

• Audacy announces the welcome return of DJ D-Strong as the first on-air talent on the recently relaunched Classic Hip

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CLASSIC HIP HOP DOWNSIZING FREE AGENT FRONT PAGE PROGRAMMING URBAN URBAN AC 

B Paiz On The Loose

September 29, 2024September 30, 2024 kevincarter iHeartMedia

• After several weeks of uncertainty, RAMP has confirmed the newfound availability of veteran programmer and air talent Brian “B”

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BRANDING/MARKETING CLASSIC HIP HOP FRONT PAGE RHYTHMIC URBAN AC 

Church Finally Gets To Represent The ‘D’

September 23, 2024 kevincarter Beasley Media Group, WDMK, WMGC

• Beasley Media Group has tapped Clay Church as the new Program Director of Rhythmic AC WMGC (105.1 The Bounce)

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BRANDING/MARKETING CLASSIC HIP HOP FRONT PAGE MORNING SHOWS PROGRAMMING RHYTHMIC STREAMING SYNDICATION 

GetUp Crew Adds Three New Markets

August 19, 2024August 19, 2024 kevincarter GetUp Crew, WBQT

• UPDATED: The GetUp Crew morning show, based at Beasley Rhythmic Hot AC WBQT (Hot 96.9)/Boston — hosted by (l-r):

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BRANDING/MARKETING CLASSIC HIP HOP CLASSIC ROCK DIGITAL FRONT PAGE PRODUCTION PROGRAMMING RHYTHMIC SPANISH-LANGUAGE VOICEOVER 

Meruelo Media Names Berger Sr. Imaging Dir.

August 5, 2024August 5, 2024 kevincarter KPWR, Meruelo Media

• Los Angeles-based Meruelo Media has named Andrew Berger as Senior Imaging Director for the company’s Audio Brands, effective immediately.

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

102 JAMZ Reborn In Orlando

August 1, 2024 kevincarter 102 JAMZ, WQMP

• Audacy announces the relaunch of Orlando’s legendary 102 JAMZ brand, converting WQMP from Alternative FM 101.9 to “Orlando’s Home

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BREAKING NEWS

Bert Weiss — Unplugged & Free To Navigate
BRANDING/MARKETING BREAKING NEWS MILESTONES MORNING SHOWS PODCASTING PROGRAMMING STREAMING SYNDICATION TOP 40 

Bert Weiss — Unplugged & Free To Navigate

October 27, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Bert Weiss — Unplugged & Free To Navigate

• Last Friday, a morning show tradition for thousands of listeners nationwide came to an end, as Bert Weiss, host

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DIGITAL

Executive Action: Play It Again Music
BRANDING/MARKETING COUNTRY DIGITAL EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE LABEL LOVE 

Executive Action: Play It Again Music

October 26, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Executive Action: Play It Again Music

• Play It Again Music has expanded its team, adding Amy O’Connor as Director of Digital and Streaming and Molly

Calder Reignites iPartyRadio
BRANDING/MARKETING DIGITAL FRONT PAGE PROGRAMMING RHYTHMIC STREAMING 

Calder Reignites iPartyRadio

October 20, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Calder Reignites iPartyRadio
Radio HOF Goes Full Komando
AWARDS DIGITAL EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE MILESTONES STREAMING SYNDICATION 

Radio HOF Goes Full Komando

October 16, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Radio HOF Goes Full Komando
SonicTrek.ai: The Future Arrived Early
ALTERNATIVE BRANDING/MARKETING CLASSIC HITS CLASSIC ROCK COUNTRY DIGITAL FRONT PAGE MILESTONES PROGRAMMING STREAMING SYNDICATION 

SonicTrek.ai: The Future Arrived Early

October 15, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on SonicTrek.ai: The Future Arrived Early
Nashville Harbor Adds Herrmann, Bensman & Hunt
BRANDING/MARKETING COUNTRY DIGITAL EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE LABEL LOVE PROS IN MOTION 

Nashville Harbor Adds Herrmann, Bensman & Hunt

October 14, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Nashville Harbor Adds Herrmann, Bensman & Hunt

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Moneyball: Have You Audited Your Imaging?
NuVoodoo - Moneyball for Radio 

Moneyball: Have You Audited Your Imaging?

October 27, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Moneyball: Have You Audited Your Imaging?

• Have you audited your imaging and promos lately? This year? This decade? With more responsibilities spread across fewer people

Bert Weiss — Unplugged & Free To Navigate
BRANDING/MARKETING BREAKING NEWS MILESTONES MORNING SHOWS PODCASTING PROGRAMMING STREAMING SYNDICATION TOP 40 

Bert Weiss — Unplugged & Free To Navigate

October 27, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Bert Weiss — Unplugged & Free To Navigate
Executive Action: Play It Again Music
BRANDING/MARKETING COUNTRY DIGITAL EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE LABEL LOVE 

Executive Action: Play It Again Music

October 26, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Executive Action: Play It Again Music

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Executive Action: Play It Again Music
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Executive Action: Play It Again Music

October 26, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Executive Action: Play It Again Music
NSAI Announces Changes To Board
COUNTRY EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE LABEL LOVE STREAMING 

NSAI Announces Changes To Board

October 26, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on NSAI Announces Changes To Board
Round One Of CRS Acoustic Alley Talent
CONCERTS CONVENTIONS COUNTRY FRONT PAGE LABEL LOVE 

Round One Of CRS Acoustic Alley Talent

October 22, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Round One Of CRS Acoustic Alley Talent
Mariah Named ’26 MusiCares Person Of The Year
AWARDS CHARITY CONCERTS EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE LABEL LOVE MILESTONES 

Mariah Named ’26 MusiCares Person Of The Year

October 21, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Mariah Named ’26 MusiCares Person Of The Year
Burgess Named New Chair Of PPL
BRANDING/MARKETING EXECUTIVE ACTION FINANCIAL FRONT PAGE LABEL LOVE MILESTONES STREAMING 

Burgess Named New Chair Of PPL

October 21, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Burgess Named New Chair Of PPL
Nonesuch Records Welcomes Carlen As VP
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Nonesuch Records Welcomes Carlen As VP

October 16, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Nonesuch Records Welcomes Carlen As VP

PROGRAMMING

Bert Weiss — Unplugged & Free To Navigate
BRANDING/MARKETING BREAKING NEWS MILESTONES MORNING SHOWS PODCASTING PROGRAMMING STREAMING SYNDICATION TOP 40 

Bert Weiss — Unplugged & Free To Navigate

October 27, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Bert Weiss — Unplugged & Free To Navigate
 Knight Keeps Walkin’ To Nashville
BRANDING/MARKETING COUNTRY FRONT PAGE PODCASTING PROGRAMMING STREAMING SYNDICATION 

 Knight Keeps Walkin’ To Nashville

October 23, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on  Knight Keeps Walkin’ To Nashville
Hey Albuquerque — Haskell’s Back!
BRANDING/MARKETING COUNTRY FRONT PAGE PROGRAMMING PROS IN MOTION 

Hey Albuquerque — Haskell’s Back!

October 23, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Hey Albuquerque — Haskell’s Back!
Condo-Bucknell Joins Infinity Networks
BRANDING/MARKETING EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE PROGRAMMING SALES STREAMING SYNDICATION 

Condo-Bucknell Joins Infinity Networks

October 23, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Condo-Bucknell Joins Infinity Networks
Infinity Networks To Distribute CBS News Radio
BRANDING/MARKETING FRONT PAGE NEWS/TALK/SPORTS PROGRAMMING STREAMING SYNDICATION TRANSACTIONS 

Infinity Networks To Distribute CBS News Radio

October 22, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Infinity Networks To Distribute CBS News Radio
KKOB Taps Csanyi-Salcedo As News Director
BRANDING/MARKETING FRONT PAGE NEWS/TALK/SPORTS PROGRAMMING STREAMING 

KKOB Taps Csanyi-Salcedo As News Director

October 22, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on KKOB Taps Csanyi-Salcedo As News Director

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