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Tasha K About To Be Seriously Amplified

June 4, 2026June 3, 2026 kevincarter Amplified Voices, AURN, Superadio

• Amplified Voices, the streaming, podcast, and digital media platform powered by Superadio Networks and American Urban Radio Networks (AURN),

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UMG Rejects Pershing Square Takeover Bid

May 29, 2026June 1, 2026 kevincarter Pershing Square Holdings, UMG

• The Board of Directors of Universal Music Group announced that it has unanimously rejected the unsolicited and non-binding proposal

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101 Music In Business With Daniels & Wilson

May 21, 2026May 20, 2026 kevincarter 101 Music, 101 Studios

• 101 Studios announced the signing of the first two artists to their new record label, Country Road Records, a

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Pelsor Held Over… Again… At WTTS/Indy

May 20, 2026May 20, 2026 kevincarter ST Radio, WTTS

• ST Radio is thrilled beyond all reason to announce that the company has signed a long-term extension with Matt

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SXM & NASCAR Relationship Turbocharged

May 19, 2026 kevincarter NASCAR, SiriusXM

• SiriusXM and NASCAR announced a multi-year renewal of their broadcasting agreement. Racing fans throughout North America will continue to

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iHeart Hits The Beach With The BFL

May 19, 2026 kevincarter Beach Football League, iHeartRadio

• The Beach Football League (BFL), the world’s first professional tackle football league played on sand, announced a strategic partnership

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Bonneville Bay Area Sale To Connoisseur Closed

May 15, 2026May 17, 2026 kevincarter Connoisseur Media

• It’s a done deal — the sale of KBLX-FM/Berkeley, KMVQ-FM & KOIT-FM/San Francisco, and KUFX-FM/San Jose, CA from Bonneville

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Buffalo Bills Circle Back To 97 Rock

May 15, 2026May 17, 2026 kevincarter Cumulus Media, WGRF

• The NFL’s Buffalo Bills are ushering in a new era of game day radio coverage, announcing a partnership with

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Connoisseur Sells S. Dakota Group To Riverfront

May 13, 2026May 13, 2026 kevincarter Connoisseur Media, Riverfront Broadcasting

• Connoisseur Media continues its plan to refine its portfolio and strengthen its presence in priority markets with the announcement

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Townsquare Inks Digital Deal With Broadway Media

May 5, 2026 kevincarter Broadway Media, Townsquare Media

• Townsquare Media, Inc. announced a strategic digital advertising partnership with Salt Lake City-based Broadway Media, which has seven radio

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Roppo Named Vice Chairman, Warner Records Group
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Roppo Named Vice Chairman, Warner Records Group

October 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Roppo Named Vice Chairman, Warner Records Group

• Warner Records Group announced the appointment of Jim Roppo as Vice Chairman. Based in Los Angeles and reporting to

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Promotions Galore At CMA
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Promotions Galore At CMA

October 6, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Promotions Galore At CMA

• The Country Music Association (CMA) has announced a group of recent promotions, further enhancing the vital roles across multiple teams and

MIW & NABLF Mentorship Window Open
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MIW & NABLF Mentorship Window Open

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Shaver Joins SoundExchange As SVP
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Shaver Joins SoundExchange As SVP

October 2, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Shaver Joins SoundExchange As SVP
Townsquare Ignites Partnership With Lakes Media
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Townsquare Ignites Partnership With Lakes Media

October 1, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Townsquare Ignites Partnership With Lakes Media
Like 7-Eleven, WMSC Open 24 Hours
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Like 7-Eleven, WMSC Open 24 Hours

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UMG Undergoing Widespread Layoffs
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UMG Undergoing Widespread Layoffs

October 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on UMG Undergoing Widespread Layoffs

• Jim Roppo‘s move from Republic Records to Warner Music Group comes against the backdrop of extensive layoffs inside Universal

Roppo Named Vice Chairman, Warner Records Group
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Roppo Named Vice Chairman, Warner Records Group

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New Zip Codes For Bret Mega Show
BRANDING/MARKETING FRONT PAGE HOT AC MORNING SHOWS PROGRAMMING PROS IN MOTION STREAMING SYNDICATION 

New Zip Codes For Bret Mega Show

October 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on New Zip Codes For Bret Mega Show

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UMG Undergoing Widespread Layoffs
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UMG Undergoing Widespread Layoffs

October 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on UMG Undergoing Widespread Layoffs
Roppo Named Vice Chairman, Warner Records Group
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Roppo Named Vice Chairman, Warner Records Group

October 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Roppo Named Vice Chairman, Warner Records Group
Thomas Upped To VP/Promotion At Curb
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Thomas Upped To VP/Promotion At Curb

October 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Thomas Upped To VP/Promotion At Curb
iHeartRadio ALTer EGO ’27 Is GO
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iHeartRadio ALTer EGO ’27 Is GO

October 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on iHeartRadio ALTer EGO ’27 Is GO
Remembering Barry Lyons
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Remembering Barry Lyons

October 12, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Remembering Barry Lyons
Executive Action At River House
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Executive Action At River House

October 8, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Executive Action At River House

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New Zip Codes For Bret Mega Show
BRANDING/MARKETING FRONT PAGE HOT AC MORNING SHOWS PROGRAMMING PROS IN MOTION STREAMING SYNDICATION 

New Zip Codes For Bret Mega Show

October 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on New Zip Codes For Bret Mega Show
HBCU Stations Receive $750K Support
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HBCU Stations Receive $750K Support

October 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on HBCU Stations Receive $750K Support
Civic Media Bulks Up In IA & IL
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Civic Media Bulks Up In IA & IL

October 14, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Civic Media Bulks Up In IA & IL
McLaughlin Named GM, Fordham’s WFUV/NY
BRANDING/MARKETING EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE NEWS/TALK/SPORTS PROGRAMMING PUBLIC RADIO PUBLIC SERVICE 

McLaughlin Named GM, Fordham’s WFUV/NY

October 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on McLaughlin Named GM, Fordham’s WFUV/NY
CMA Announces ’26 Broadcast Award Winners
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CMA Announces ’26 Broadcast Award Winners

October 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on CMA Announces ’26 Broadcast Award Winners
Change Is Inevitable With Tino Cochino
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Change Is Inevitable With Tino Cochino

October 13, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Change Is Inevitable With Tino Cochino

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