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Usher To Host iHeartRadio Music Awards

January 29, 2020 kevincarter iHeartRadio Music Awards

• Fresh off of his amazing Prince tribute on Sunday’s 62nd Grammy Awards, iHeartMedia and FOX Entertainment announced that eight-time Grammy

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62nd Grammy Awards: Billie’s Clean Sweep

January 26, 2020January 27, 2020 kevincarter Grammy Awards

• It was a family affair for the talented Billie Eilish and her brother/producer/collaborator Finneas at Sunday’s 62nd Grammy Awards — Billie

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Final Round Of Grammy Performers Announced

January 24, 2020January 24, 2020 kevincarter Grammy Awards

• The Recording Academy® confirmed the final slate of performers for this Sunday’s 62nd Annual Grammy Awards® — Gary Clark

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iHeart Music Award Nominees Announced

January 8, 2020 kevincarter iHeartRadio Music Awards

• iHeartMedia and FOX Entertainment announced the nominees for the 2020 iHeartRadio Music Awards, airing live from the Shrine Auditorium

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CMG/Apollo Marriage Is Consumated

December 18, 2019December 18, 2019 kevincarter Apollo Global, Cox Enterprises, Cox Media Group

• Cox Enterprises has formally completed the sale of Cox Media Group (CMG) to affiliates of Apollo Global Management, Inc.

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Taylor Dominates 2019 AMAs

November 24, 2019November 25, 2019 kevincarter American Music Awards, Republic Records, Universal Music Group

• As expected, Taylor Swift was the major focus of Sunday’s American Music Awards broadcast. After a week or so of an

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Nominees For 62nd Grammy Awards Announced

November 20, 2019November 20, 2019 kevincarter Grammy Awards, Recording Academy

• Billie Eilish & Lizzo achieve nominations in Grammy’s “Big Four” General Field categories; Lil Nas X also dominates. Nominees for the

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Taylor Cleared For AMAs Takeoff

November 18, 2019November 18, 2019 kevincarter American Music Awards, Taylor Swift

• All is now right with the world, as it was announced today that Taylor Swift will indeed be able to perform

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Alicia Keys Back As Grammy Host, Noms 11/20

November 14, 2019November 14, 2019 kevincarter Grammy Awards, The Recording Academy

• The Recording Academy announced that 15-time Grammy winner Alicia Keys will return as host of the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards.

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Kristofferson CMA Lifetime Achievement Honoree

November 5, 2019November 5, 2019 kevincarter CMA Awards

• The Country Music Association (CMA) announced that legendary singer, songwriter and actor Kris Kristofferson will be the recipient of its

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BREAKING NEWS

Chet Buchanan Exits KLUC After 27 Years
BRANDING/MARKETING BREAKING NEWS FREE AGENT MILESTONES MORNING SHOWS PROS IN MOTION TOP 40 

Chet Buchanan Exits KLUC After 27 Years

February 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Chet Buchanan Exits KLUC After 27 Years

• For the first time in nearly three decades, the citizens of Las Vegas will wake up and start their

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A$CAP Announce$ $1.945 Billion Revenue
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A$CAP Announce$ $1.945 Billion Revenue

February 12, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on A$CAP Announce$ $1.945 Billion Revenue

• ASCAP announced another year of record-breaking revenue collections and royalty distributions in 2025. ASCAP delivered $1.945 billion in revenue

Harnack Signed To Advise MaxxKonnect
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Harnack Signed To Advise MaxxKonnect

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Create Music Names Shymansky Chief Data Officer
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Create Music Names Shymansky Chief Data Officer

February 11, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Create Music Names Shymansky Chief Data Officer
Reid Named 2026 MIW Digital Mentee
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Reid Named 2026 MIW Digital Mentee

February 11, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Reid Named 2026 MIW Digital Mentee
Audacy & Sonos Ink Sonic Partnership
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Audacy & Sonos Ink Sonic Partnership

February 10, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Audacy & Sonos Ink Sonic Partnership

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Jelly Roll: Your ’26 CRS Humanitarian
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Jelly Roll: Your ’26 CRS Humanitarian

February 16, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Jelly Roll: Your ’26 CRS Humanitarian

• Country Radio Broadcasters (CRB) is proud to announce Jelly Roll as the recipient of the 2026 Artist Humanitarian Award.

CMA Initiates New CEO Search
BRANDING/MARKETING COUNTRY EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE MILESTONES TELEVISION 

CMA Initiates New CEO Search

February 16, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on CMA Initiates New CEO Search
U-93 Wakes Up With Bickham
BRANDING/MARKETING FRONT PAGE MORNING SHOWS PROS IN MOTION TOP 40 

U-93 Wakes Up With Bickham

February 16, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on U-93 Wakes Up With Bickham

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Jelly Roll: Your ’26 CRS Humanitarian
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Jelly Roll: Your ’26 CRS Humanitarian

February 16, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Jelly Roll: Your ’26 CRS Humanitarian
A$CAP Announce$ $1.945 Billion Revenue
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A$CAP Announce$ $1.945 Billion Revenue

February 12, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on A$CAP Announce$ $1.945 Billion Revenue
Borchetta Exits HYBE, Relaunching Big Machine
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Borchetta Exits HYBE, Relaunching Big Machine

February 12, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Borchetta Exits HYBE, Relaunching Big Machine
Mathews Named VP, Back Blocks Music
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Mathews Named VP, Back Blocks Music

February 11, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Mathews Named VP, Back Blocks Music
Create Music Names Shymansky Chief Data Officer
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Create Music Names Shymansky Chief Data Officer

February 11, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Create Music Names Shymansky Chief Data Officer
Easterlin Named Managing Dir., ONErpm Nashville
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Easterlin Named Managing Dir., ONErpm Nashville

February 10, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Easterlin Named Managing Dir., ONErpm Nashville

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iHeart Tampa’s Frequency Exchange Program
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iHeart Tampa’s Frequency Exchange Program

February 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on iHeart Tampa’s Frequency Exchange Program
Opening: AM News Host: KZRG/Joplin, MO
FRONT PAGE MORNING SHOWS NEWS/TALK/SPORTS OPPORTUNITIES PROGRAMMING 

Opening: AM News Host: KZRG/Joplin, MO

February 12, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Opening: AM News Host: KZRG/Joplin, MO
We Can Read Bobby Rich Like A Book
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We Can Read Bobby Rich Like A Book

February 12, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on We Can Read Bobby Rich Like A Book
KFI/Los Angeles Reveals More Stimulating Lineup
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KFI/Los Angeles Reveals More Stimulating Lineup

February 10, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on KFI/Los Angeles Reveals More Stimulating Lineup
Audacy & Sonos Ink Sonic Partnership
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Audacy & Sonos Ink Sonic Partnership

February 10, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Audacy & Sonos Ink Sonic Partnership
WKTU/New York Hits The Big 3-0!
BRANDING/MARKETING FRONT PAGE HOT AC MILESTONES PROGRAMMING RHYTHMIC 

WKTU/New York Hits The Big 3-0!

February 10, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on WKTU/New York Hits The Big 3-0!

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