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Delilah Buys Her First Radio Station

June 29, 2021 kevincarter Delilah, Premiere Networks

• Literally… Premiere-syndicated AC superstar Delilah, who is heard by over 12 million listeners weekly on over 160 radio stations

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George Noory Extends With Premiere

June 29, 2021 kevincarter George Noory, Premiere Networks

• Premiere Networks announced an exclusive long-term agreement with George Noory to renew and extend his relationship with the company.

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Amazon Acquires Art19

June 26, 2021 kevincarter Amazon Music, Art19

• Amazon is further increasing its footprint in the podcasting space with the acquisition of Oakland, CA-based Art19, which provides

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UMG & Snap Make Love Connection

June 24, 2021 kevincarter Snap, Universal Music Group

• Universal Music Group (UMG) and Snap Inc. announced an expansive multifaceted global agreement that will allow Snapchat’s users to

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Sony Music Acquires Alamo Records

June 22, 2021 kevincarter Alamo Records, Sony Music

• Sony Music Entertainment (SME) announced it has acquired a majority stake in Alamo Records, the New York-based multi-genre label

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Harmonious Convergence In Chicago

June 21, 2021June 21, 2021 kevincarter Good Karma Brands, Hubbard Radio

• It’s good karma indeed for Good Karma Brands and Hubbard Radio Chicago, as both companies have come together in

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CMRRA + TikTok = $$$

June 21, 2021June 20, 2021 kevincarter CMRRA, TikTok

• The Canadian Musical Reproduction Rights Agency (CMRRA) and TikTok today announced an agreement for the collection of digital mechanical

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Done Deal: Pershing Square Buys 10% Of UMG

June 20, 2021June 21, 2021 kevincarter Pershing Square Tontine, UMG

• It was just two weeks ago when we first reported that Pershing Square Tontine Holdings, Ltd. (PSTH), a special

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Sacramento Kings, KHTK Renew Vows

June 17, 2021 kevincarter Audacy, KHTK

• The Sacramento Kings announced a new long-term broadcast agreement with Bonneville Sports-Talk 1140 KHTK/Sacramento as the franchise’s exclusive radio

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Warner Music Acquires David Guetta’s Catalog

June 17, 2021 kevincarter David Guetta, Warner Music Group

• Grammy-winning recording artist David Guetta has entered into a career-spanning, groundbreaking new agreement with Warner Music, which has acquired

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BREAKING NEWS

Cumulus Emerges From Chapter 11
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Cumulus Emerges From Chapter 11

October 16, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Cumulus Emerges From Chapter 11

• Cumulus Media Inc. announced that it has successfully completed its financial restructuring and emerged from the Chapter 11 reorganization

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Jones Joins CMG Atlanta As GSM
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Jones Joins CMG Atlanta As GSM

October 16, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Jones Joins CMG Atlanta As GSM

• Chris Jones has joined Cox Media Group Atlanta as General Sales Manager for News-Talk 95.5 WSB, Hot AC WSB-FM

Promotions Galore At CMA
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Promotions Galore At CMA

October 6, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Promotions Galore At CMA
MIW & NABLF Mentorship Window Open
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MIW & NABLF Mentorship Window Open

October 6, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on MIW & NABLF Mentorship Window Open
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

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Forever Pitches York Group To Baseball Club
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Forever Pitches York Group To Baseball Club

October 16, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Forever Pitches York Group To Baseball Club

• York Professional Baseball Club (YPB), operators of the York Revolution baseball team, and Forever Media have reached an agreement

Cumulus Emerges From Chapter 11
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Cumulus Emerges From Chapter 11

October 16, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Cumulus Emerges From Chapter 11
Jones Joins CMG Atlanta As GSM
BRANDING/MARKETING CLASSIC ROCK DIGITAL EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE HOT AC NEWS/TALK/SPORTS SALES URBAN AC 

Jones Joins CMG Atlanta As GSM

October 16, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Jones Joins CMG Atlanta As GSM

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UMG Layoffs Reach MCA Staff
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UMG Layoffs Reach MCA Staff

October 15, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on UMG Layoffs Reach MCA Staff
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

PROGRAMMING

Forever Pitches York Group To Baseball Club
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Forever Pitches York Group To Baseball Club

October 16, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Forever Pitches York Group To Baseball Club
Izzy Mitchell Now Streaming In NH & VT
BRANDING/MARKETING FRONT PAGE MILESTONES PROGRAMMING PROS IN MOTION STREAMING TOP 40 

Izzy Mitchell Now Streaming In NH & VT

October 15, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Izzy Mitchell Now Streaming In NH & VT
Louisville Public Media Adds Two, Ups One
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Louisville Public Media Adds Two, Ups One

October 15, 2026 kevincarter Comments Off on Louisville Public Media Adds Two, Ups One
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
BRANDING/MARKETING EDUCATION EXECUTIVE ACTION FINANCIAL FRONT PAGE MILESTONES PROGRAMMING STREAMING URBAN URBAN AC 

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

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