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Hagerstown Forecast: A Tad Brighter

July 13, 2025 kevincarter VerStandig Media, WAYZ

• As initially reported by Country Aircheck, and confirmed by RAMP, VerStandig Media is spinning off the 104.7 frequency of

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KMOX & Cards Forever

July 8, 2025 kevincarter Audacy, KMOX

• Audacy St. Louis announces a multi-year extension of its broadcast partnership with the St. Louis Cardinals and the team’s

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Braun Downshifts At HYBE America

July 1, 2025July 1, 2025 kevincarter HYBE America, Scooter Braun

• Scooter Braun will step down as CEO of HYBE America and move into a consulting role, the company announced

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WMG & Bain Invest In Music Catalogs

July 1, 2025July 6, 2025 kevincarter Bain Capital, Warner Music Group

• UPDATED: Warner Music Group and private investment firm Bain Capital, are launching a joint venture to allow for the

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CLASSIC ROCK COUNTRY EXECUTIVE ACTION FINANCIAL FRONT PAGE HOT AC NEWS/TALK/SPORTS PROGRAMMING STREAMING TRANSACTIONS 

Civic Media Expands Into Michigan’s U.P.

July 1, 2025July 1, 2025 kevincarter Civic Media

• Wisconsin-based Civic Media is expanding its broadcast footprint into the great state of Michigan, as the company has filed

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Randy Michaels Buys WAKY/Louisville

June 30, 2025 kevincarter Randy Michaels, WAKY

• A contract has been signed and an application is being filed with the FCC to transfer legendary Classic Hits

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Beasley Spins Tampa’s Shark To EMF

June 30, 2025 kevincarter Beasley Media Group, EMF

• Beasley Media Group announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell Classic Rock WPBB (98.7 The Shark)/Tampa, FL

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iHeart & Audacy Forge Distribution Deal

June 30, 2025June 30, 2025 kevincarter Audacy, iHeartMedia, iHeartRadio

• America’s two largest audio companies, iHeartMedia and Audacy, announced a content distribution partnership, making Audacy’s 240 radio brands and

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Magic CEO Buys Magic’s Last Station

June 28, 2025June 29, 2025 kevincarter Magic Broadcasting, WVFT

• Last week it was announced that JVC Broadcasting was acquiring four of Magic Broadcasting‘s five remaining radio stations: Top

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ACTIVE ROCK ADULT HITS BRANDING/MARKETING COUNTRY EXECUTIVE ACTION FINANCIAL FRONT PAGE NEWS/TALK/SPORTS PROGRAMMING SALES TRANSACTIONS 

JVC Digs Deeper Into Florida Sand

June 25, 2025June 25, 2025 kevincarter JVC Broadcasting

• JVC Broadcasting is expanding its Florida portfolio with the pending acquisition of four radio stations from Magic Broadcasting in

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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
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Cornerstone’s Schreiber Wrapping It Up

October 14, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Cornerstone’s Schreiber Wrapping It Up
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
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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
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Swap Shop, With Rob, Holly & Coop

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

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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
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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
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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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