iHeartRadio Music Awards Return
• iHeartMedia and Fox announced that the fan-driven 2019 iHeartRadio Music Awards will air live on Thursday, March 14, 2019 from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. The show will roll live from 8-10pm ET (tape-delayed PT) on Fox and will simulcast live on iHeartMedia radio stations and on iHeartRadio.
Now in its sixth year, the iHeartRadio Music Awards is a high profile show that celebrates the most-played artists and songs on iHeartRadio stations and the iHeartRadio app throughout 2018, while also offering a preview of the upcoming hits of 2019. The show will feature live performances, surprise duets and collaborations, and award presentations in multiple categories.
The iHeartRadio Music Awards also celebrates the fans, millions of whom cast their votes for their favorite artists through social media. Ranking as one of the most talked-about television events in social media this past year, the 2018 iHeartRadio Music Awards garnered over 216 billion social media impressions in the U.S. alone. “This is a show that is truly controlled by music fans, because it celebrates the artists and songs that they listened to all year long on our 850 broadcast radio stations and the iHeartRadio app,” said John Sykes, President of Entertainment Enterprises for iHeartMedia. “Fox has established itself as a premier television destination for music fans, which has made it a natural home for our Awards.”
Rob Wade, President, Alternative Entertainment and Specials, Fox Broadcasting, commented, “There’s no more powerful brand in the business than iHeartRadio. iHeartRadio is fans’ first stop to listen to their favorite artists and find the next breakout star. We’re proud to be their partner as we honor this year’s biggest music artists.” More info about the 2019 iHeartRadio Music Awards, including performers and award categories will be announced at a later date. Tickets go on-sale on January 16 at axs.com.
