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CLASSIC HIP HOP

ALTERNATIVE BRANDING/MARKETING CLASSIC HIP HOP EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE HOT AC NEWS/TALK/SPORTS SALES 

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

HOT 97 Expands Into The ATL
BRANDING/MARKETING BREAKING NEWS DIGITAL MILESTONES MORNING SHOWS PROGRAMMING STREAMING TELEVISION URBAN 

HOT 97 Expands Into The ATL

October 6, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on HOT 97 Expands Into The ATL

• Hip Hop culture just got bigger — MediaCo’s WQHT (HOT 97)/New York, the epicenter of hip hop is expanding

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Globes Debut ‘Best Podcast’ Category
AWARDS BRANDING/MARKETING DIGITAL FRONT PAGE PODCASTING PROGRAMMING STREAMING 

Globes Debut ‘Best Podcast’ Category

October 6, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Globes Debut ‘Best Podcast’ Category

• The Golden Globes revealed the 25 podcasts eligible for the inaugural “Best Podcast” category at the 83rd Golden Globes,

HOT 97 Expands Into The ATL
BRANDING/MARKETING BREAKING NEWS DIGITAL MILESTONES MORNING SHOWS PROGRAMMING STREAMING TELEVISION URBAN 

HOT 97 Expands Into The ATL

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Valkoun Comes Home To iHeart Milwaukee
BRANDING/MARKETING DIGITAL EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE SALES 

Valkoun Comes Home To iHeart Milwaukee

October 1, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Valkoun Comes Home To iHeart Milwaukee
Countdown To World College Radio Day ’25
BRANDING/MARKETING DIGITAL EDUCATION FRONT PAGE MILESTONES PROGRAMMING PUBLIC RADIO STREAMING TRIPLE A 

Countdown To World College Radio Day ’25

September 30, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Countdown To World College Radio Day ’25
Rumba 106.1/Philly Welcomes DJ Jholi
BRANDING/MARKETING DIGITAL FRONT PAGE MORNING SHOWS PROS IN MOTION RHYTHMIC SPANISH-LANGUAGE STREAMING TOP 40 

Rumba 106.1/Philly Welcomes DJ Jholi

September 24, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Rumba 106.1/Philly Welcomes DJ Jholi

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Blake Named Brand Manager, K95/Richmond
BRANDING/MARKETING COUNTRY FRONT PAGE PROGRAMMING PROS IN MOTION 

Blake Named Brand Manager, K95/Richmond

October 6, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Blake Named Brand Manager, K95/Richmond

• SummitMedia LLC welcomes veteran Country programmer/personality Carletta Blake as the new Brand Manager of WKHK (K95)/Richmond, VA. She will

Globes Debut ‘Best Podcast’ Category
AWARDS BRANDING/MARKETING DIGITAL FRONT PAGE PODCASTING PROGRAMMING STREAMING 

Globes Debut ‘Best Podcast’ Category

October 6, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Globes Debut ‘Best Podcast’ Category
Marie Osbourne Elevated At WJR 760/Detroit
BRANDING/MARKETING EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE NEWS/TALK/SPORTS PROS IN MOTION PUBLIC SERVICE 

Marie Osbourne Elevated At WJR 760/Detroit

October 6, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Marie Osbourne Elevated At WJR 760/Detroit

LABEL LOVE

iHeart Fiesta Latina Artist Update
BRANDING/MARKETING CONCERTS FRONT PAGE LABEL LOVE PROGRAMMING RHYTHMIC SPANISH-LANGUAGE STREAMING 

iHeart Fiesta Latina Artist Update

October 1, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on iHeart Fiesta Latina Artist Update
Riser House Rock Rises
ACTIVE ROCK ALTERNATIVE BRANDING/MARKETING EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE LABEL LOVE Mainstream Rock STREAMING 

Riser House Rock Rises

October 1, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Riser House Rock Rises
Merry Twisted 2025!
ALTERNATIVE BRANDING/MARKETING CHRISTMAS CONCERTS FRONT PAGE LABEL LOVE 

Merry Twisted 2025!

September 30, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Merry Twisted 2025!
Bad Bunny To Headline Super Bowl Halftime Show
BRANDING/MARKETING CONCERTS FRONT PAGE LABEL LOVE MILESTONES STREAMING TELEVISION 

Bad Bunny To Headline Super Bowl Halftime Show

September 29, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Bad Bunny To Headline Super Bowl Halftime Show
A2IM Names Ian Harrison As CEO
BRANDING/MARKETING EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE LABEL LOVE PROS IN MOTION STREAMING 

A2IM Names Ian Harrison As CEO

September 29, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on A2IM Names Ian Harrison As CEO
And So, Jingle Ball Season Begins…
BRANDING/MARKETING CHARITY CONCERTS FRONT PAGE LABEL LOVE STREAMING TOP 40 

And So, Jingle Ball Season Begins…

September 26, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on And So, Jingle Ball Season Begins…

PROGRAMMING

Blake Named Brand Manager, K95/Richmond
BRANDING/MARKETING COUNTRY FRONT PAGE PROGRAMMING PROS IN MOTION 

Blake Named Brand Manager, K95/Richmond

October 6, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Blake Named Brand Manager, K95/Richmond
Globes Debut ‘Best Podcast’ Category
AWARDS BRANDING/MARKETING DIGITAL FRONT PAGE PODCASTING PROGRAMMING STREAMING 

Globes Debut ‘Best Podcast’ Category

October 6, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Globes Debut ‘Best Podcast’ Category
HOT 97 Expands Into The ATL
BRANDING/MARKETING BREAKING NEWS DIGITAL MILESTONES MORNING SHOWS PROGRAMMING STREAMING TELEVISION URBAN 

HOT 97 Expands Into The ATL

October 6, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on HOT 97 Expands Into The ATL
KSE Executive Action
BRANDING/MARKETING CLASSIC HITS EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE HOT AC NEWS/TALK/SPORTS PROGRAMMING SALES 

KSE Executive Action

October 2, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on KSE Executive Action
Dayton Loves Z93 & Fully Stocked Fridge
ADULT HITS ALTERNATIVE BRANDING/MARKETING CLASSIC HITS COUNTRY FORMAT FLIPS FRONT PAGE MORNING SHOWS PROGRAMMING PROS IN MOTION STREAMING 

Dayton Loves Z93 & Fully Stocked Fridge

October 2, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Dayton Loves Z93 & Fully Stocked Fridge
Rutkowski Named Brand Mgr., WXRT/Chicago
BRANDING/MARKETING FRONT PAGE PROGRAMMING PROS IN MOTION TRIPLE A 

Rutkowski Named Brand Mgr., WXRT/Chicago

October 2, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Rutkowski Named Brand Mgr., WXRT/Chicago

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