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Fresno Forecast: Muy Caliente

March 4, 2025March 4, 2025 kevincarter KKBZ, Lotus Communications

• After nearly two decades as an Active Rock station, and “to better reflect the evolving tastes and cultural vibrancy

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Lotus Looking Ahead To Big Gains

January 25, 2025January 26, 2025 kevincarter Lotus Communications

• Lotus Communications is excited to announce a new partnership with Big Gain Consulting, LLC, a leading music industry marketing

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Lotus Buying Into San Diego

December 18, 2024 kevincarter KFBG, Lotus Communications

• RAMP has confirmed that a contract has been signed and an application is being filed with the FCC for

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Andre Riley Named GM, Lotus Seattle

December 12, 2024 kevincarter Lotus Communications

• Lotus Communications is proud to announce that Andre Riley has joined the Lotus Seattle team as General Manager of

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GM Opportunity — Lotus Boise

October 21, 2024 kevincarter Lotus Communications

• Lotus Communications Corp. seeks an experienced, energetic, and driven General Manager to lead our dynamic cluster of radio stations

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Seattle Says ‘Howdy’ To HANK FM

April 1, 2024April 1, 2024 kevincarter KPLZ, Lotus Communications

• Seattle gave birth to its third Country station — and its second since breakfast — as Lotus Hot AC

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Nicolato Upped To OM, Lotus Boise

February 27, 2024 kevincarter KQXR, Lotus Communications

• Lotus Communications has promoted Jeremy “Nic” Nicolato to Operations Manager of their Boise, ID cluster of radio stations. Nicolato

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Star Moves: Kruse, Pirak & Connell

August 15, 2023August 15, 2023 kevincarter KPLZ, Lotus Communications

• More changes at Lotus Hot AC KPLZ (Star 101.5)/Seattle — on the heels of the departure of morning duo

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Kruse Upped To APD At KPLZ/Seattle

January 5, 2022January 5, 2022 kevincarter KPLZ, Lotus Communications

• Lotus Hot AC KPLZ (Star 101.5)/Seattle has upped 19-year station vet Curt Kruse to APD. In this newly expanded role,

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New Day Dawns For KPLZ

December 29, 2021December 29, 2021 kevincarter KPLZ, Lotus Communications

• Hot AC KPLZ (Star 101.5)/Seattle, now under the ownership of Lotus Communications, kicks off 2022 with a plethora of

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Warner Records Undergoes ‘Revitalization’
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Warner Records Undergoes ‘Revitalization’

July 29, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Warner Records Undergoes ‘Revitalization’

• Warner Records announced a dynamic, digitally forward, future-focused revitalization of its marketing team under the leadership of General Manager

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Warner Records Undergoes ‘Revitalization’
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Warner Records Undergoes ‘Revitalization’

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• Warner Records announced a dynamic, digitally forward, future-focused revitalization of its marketing team under the leadership of General Manager

Shamel Named Head Of TuneCore, U.S.
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Shamel Named Head Of TuneCore, U.S.

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Kobalt Ups Cournoyer To SVP, Global Digital Biz
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Kobalt Ups Cournoyer To SVP, Global Digital Biz

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WNEW: Where Rock Lived… & Worked
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WNEW: Where Rock Lived… & Worked

July 23, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on WNEW: Where Rock Lived… & Worked
Superadio, AURN Launch AmplifiedVoices
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Superadio, AURN Launch AmplifiedVoices

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Warner Records Pros On The Loose
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Warner Records Pros On The Loose

July 29, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Warner Records Pros On The Loose

• As a result of Warner Records’ announced “revitalization,” RAMP has  learned of several notable Warner Music departures, including Chicago-based

Dickey Swings For The Fences With Crull
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Dickey Swings For The Fences With Crull

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WMG Changes Extend To Nashville
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WMG Changes Extend To Nashville

July 29, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on WMG Changes Extend To Nashville

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Warner Records Pros On The Loose
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Warner Records Pros On The Loose

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WMG Changes Extend To Nashville
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WMG Changes Extend To Nashville

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Warner Records Undergoes ‘Revitalization’
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Warner Records Undergoes ‘Revitalization’

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Huynh To Direct Big Loud Rock Media
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Huynh To Direct Big Loud Rock Media

July 29, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Huynh To Direct Big Loud Rock Media
Ray Mariner On The Loose
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Ray Mariner On The Loose

July 28, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Ray Mariner On The Loose
TikTok + iHeartRadio Scouting Viral Talent
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TikTok + iHeartRadio Scouting Viral Talent

July 28, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on TikTok + iHeartRadio Scouting Viral Talent

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Rosado Named Dir./Content, Sierra H Phoenix
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Rosado Named Dir./Content, Sierra H Phoenix

July 29, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Rosado Named Dir./Content, Sierra H Phoenix
Ray Mariner On The Loose
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Ray Mariner On The Loose

July 28, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Ray Mariner On The Loose
Pettengill To Host BFOA Media Mixer
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Pettengill To Host BFOA Media Mixer

July 28, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Pettengill To Host BFOA Media Mixer
APMG Facing Staff Layoffs
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APMG Facing Staff Layoffs

July 25, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on APMG Facing Staff Layoffs
Christmas Arrives Early In Norfolk
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Christmas Arrives Early In Norfolk

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J Love Named OM, KEZR & KBAY/San Jose
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J Love Named OM, KEZR & KBAY/San Jose

July 24, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on J Love Named OM, KEZR & KBAY/San Jose

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