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AccuRadio Files For Chapter 11 Protection

May 14, 2025May 15, 2025 kevincarter AccuRadio

• AccuRadio, the oldest surviving brand of personalizable online radio and the leading fully-human-curated music streaming service, today sought Chapter

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iHeart Hires Hillman As EVP/Chief Legal Officer

April 24, 2025 kevincarter iHeartMedia

• iHeartMedia, Inc. welcomes David Hillman as Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Secretary. In his new role, Hillman

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Andy Bloom Guilty Of Criminal Sexual Conduct

April 22, 2025April 23, 2025 kevincarter

• Former major market programmer Andy Bloom has been found guilty on two separate charges of criminal sexual conduct involving

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CMA Promotes & Hires A Busload

March 20, 2025 kevincarter CMA

• The Country Music Association (CMA) announced a metric ton of key promotions and several new hires. Let us review,

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COUNTRY EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE Inspirational LABEL LOVE LEGAL 

SMN/Provident & Kilgore Make It Legal

March 3, 2025March 3, 2025 kevincarter Sony Music Nashville

• Sony Music Nashville (SMN) and Provident Entertainment (PE) announce the appointment of Lauren Kilgore as Senior Vice President, Business

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CONCERTS COUNTRY EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE LEGAL STREAMING 

FCC Payola Inquiry Targets iHeartCountry Fest

February 25, 2025February 26, 2025 kevincarter FCC, iHeartCountry Festival

• UPDATED: Brendan Carr, President Trump’s recently appointed FCC Chairman, is apparently on a mission to root out what he

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EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE LEGAL Satellite Radio 

SXM Taps Baer As EVP/General Counsel

February 18, 2025 kevincarter SiriusXM

• Sirius XM Holdings Inc. announced the appointment of Richard N. Baer as Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary,

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Robinson Joins Virgin Music Group In EVP Role

December 11, 2024December 12, 2024 kevincarter Virgin Music Group

• Virgin Music Group announced the appointment of Mark Robinson as Executive Vice President, Global Business and Legal Affairs. In

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Jonas Lands Julia Michaels Catalog, Recordings

September 26, 2024September 26, 2024 kevincarter Jonas Group Entertainment

• Nashville-based Jonas Group Publishing and Jonas Catalog Holdings I, LLC, have acquired a vast catalog of copyrights and recordings

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EXECUTIVE ACTION FINANCIAL FRONT PAGE LEGAL Satellite Radio STREAMING 

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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Remembering D’Angelo
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Remembering D’Angelo

October 14, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Remembering D’Angelo

• D’Angelo, the legendary and elusive R&B singer who helped pioneer the musical genre known as “Neo-Soul,” died Tuesday after

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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

• SonicTrek.ai, a groundbreaking AI syndication company, proudly announces its launch today, introducing a new era of hyper-localized, 24/7, AI-infused

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
Cornerstone’s Schreiber Wrapping It Up
DIGITAL EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE MILESTONES RATINGS RESEARCH 

Cornerstone’s Schreiber Wrapping It Up

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World Anxiously Awaits Taylor Doc & Film
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World Anxiously Awaits Taylor Doc & Film

October 13, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on World Anxiously Awaits Taylor Doc & Film
Handwerger Named Market Mgr., Connoisseur PDX
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Handwerger Named Market Mgr., Connoisseur PDX

October 7, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Handwerger Named Market Mgr., Connoisseur PDX

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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

• SonicTrek.ai, a groundbreaking AI syndication company, proudly announces its launch today, introducing a new era of hyper-localized, 24/7, AI-infused

College Radio Fights For Its Rights
BRANDING/MARKETING CONVENTIONS EDUCATION EXECUTIVE ACTION FINANCIAL FRONT PAGE MILESTONES PROGRAMMING PUBLIC RADIO STREAMING 

College Radio Fights For Its Rights

October 14, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on College Radio Fights For Its Rights
Swap Shop, With Rob, Holly & Coop
BRANDING/MARKETING COUNTRY FRONT PAGE PROGRAMMING PROS IN MOTION STREAMING 

Swap Shop, With Rob, Holly & Coop

October 14, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Swap Shop, With Rob, Holly & Coop

LABEL LOVE

Remembering D’Angelo
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Remembering D’Angelo

October 14, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Remembering D’Angelo
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
‘Power Sessions’ Ushers In The Holidays
BRANDING/MARKETING CONCERTS FRONT PAGE LABEL LOVE PROGRAMMING RHYTHMIC URBAN 

‘Power Sessions’ Ushers In The Holidays

October 14, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on ‘Power Sessions’ Ushers In The Holidays
LA Counting Down To ALTer EGO ’26
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LA Counting Down To ALTer EGO ’26

October 14, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on LA Counting Down To ALTer EGO ’26
VP Upgrade For WCM’s Wiltshire
BRANDING/MARKETING COUNTRY EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE LABEL LOVE 

VP Upgrade For WCM’s Wiltshire

October 13, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on VP Upgrade For WCM’s Wiltshire
World Anxiously Awaits Taylor Doc & Film
BRANDING/MARKETING CONCERTS DIGITAL FRONT PAGE LABEL LOVE MILESTONES STREAMING 

World Anxiously Awaits Taylor Doc & Film

October 13, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on World Anxiously Awaits Taylor Doc & Film

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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
College Radio Fights For Its Rights
BRANDING/MARKETING CONVENTIONS EDUCATION EXECUTIVE ACTION FINANCIAL FRONT PAGE MILESTONES PROGRAMMING PUBLIC RADIO STREAMING 

College Radio Fights For Its Rights

October 14, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on College Radio Fights For Its Rights
Swap Shop, With Rob, Holly & Coop
BRANDING/MARKETING COUNTRY FRONT PAGE PROGRAMMING PROS IN MOTION STREAMING 

Swap Shop, With Rob, Holly & Coop

October 14, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Swap Shop, With Rob, Holly & Coop
Mike O’Brian Unplugging After 40 Years
CLASSIC HITS FRONT PAGE MILESTONES MORNING SHOWS PROGRAMMING PROS IN MOTION 

Mike O’Brian Unplugging After 40 Years

October 14, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Mike O’Brian Unplugging After 40 Years
‘Power Sessions’ Ushers In The Holidays
BRANDING/MARKETING CONCERTS FRONT PAGE LABEL LOVE PROGRAMMING RHYTHMIC URBAN 

‘Power Sessions’ Ushers In The Holidays

October 14, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on ‘Power Sessions’ Ushers In The Holidays
iHeart Milwaukee Makes Adult Decision
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iHeart Milwaukee Makes Adult Decision

October 13, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on iHeart Milwaukee Makes Adult Decision

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