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Q101/Chicago Unwraps ‘Twisted XMAS ’24’

October 17, 2024 kevincarter Cumulus Media, WKQX

• Cumulus Alternative WKQX (Q101)/Chicago proudly presents its 30th Annual Twisted XMAS, a four-night all-star music event, running December 10-13.

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Lyndsey Marie Takes Over Nights At Q101

July 2, 2024 kevincarter Cumulus Media, WKQX

• Cumulus Alternative WKQX (Q101)/Chicago has availed itself of the talents of longtime Cumulus Rock Goddess Lyndsey Marie to take

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Merry Twisted XMAS!

October 2, 2023 kevincarter WKQX

• Cumulus Alternative WKQX (Q101)/Chicago announced the lineup for its annual Twisted XMAS live concert series, to be held at

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ALTERNATIVE CLASSIC ROCK EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE PROGRAMMING 

Kurdziel & Linder Swap Cumulus Markets

June 20, 2023June 21, 2023 kevincarter Cumulus Media, KQRS, WKQX

• Cumulus Media today announced two major programming moves: James Kurdziel (left), PD of Classic Rock 92 KQRS/Minneapolis is moving

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ALTERNATIVE FRONT PAGE MORNING SHOWS PROS IN MOTION 

Kenzie K Enhances Mornings On Q101

April 20, 2023 kevincarter WKQX

• Cumulus Alternative WKQX (Q101)/Chicago welcomes market vet Kenzie K aboard as the new co-host of the Q101 Morning Crew,

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O’Neil Extended At Q101/Chicago

December 12, 2022 kevincarter WKQX

• The lucky listeners of Cumulus Alternative WKQX (Q101)/Chicago were just rewarded with three more years of Lauren O’Neil, as

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Wanna Wake Up In Chicago?

November 30, 2022November 30, 2022 kevincarter Cumulus Media, WKQX

• Now’s your chance! Cumulus Alternative WKQX (Q101)/Chicago suddenly has a significant vacancy in morning drive as RAMP has learned

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Hanson Held Over At Cumulus

November 2, 2022 kevincarter Cumulus Media, WKQX

• Troy Hanson and the Cumulus Powers-That-Be have mutually signed a stack of legal-looking documents that will allow Hanson to

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Q101 Smashes Pumpkins A Month Early

September 12, 2022September 12, 2022 kevincarter Smashing Pumpkins, WKQX

• Cumulus Alternative WKQX (Q101)/Chicago will present its weeklong “Smashing Pumpkins Takeover,” which starts tomorrow, Sept. 13 at the stroke

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The Righteous Return Of Q101/Chicago

May 3, 2022May 3, 2022 kevincarter Cumulus Media, WKQX

• On Tuesday, May 3, at the stroke of 8pm CT, activity inside the hallways of Cumulus Alternative 101 WKQX/Chicago

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Howard’s Back… But For How Long?
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Howard’s Back… But For How Long?

September 8, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Howard’s Back… But For How Long?

• After keeping America in suspense for an extra week in making his highly anticipated announcement, Howard Stern proved that

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Connoisseur Ups Oliviera & Boyd; Adds Bridges
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Connoisseur Ups Oliviera & Boyd; Adds Bridges

September 8, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Connoisseur Ups Oliviera & Boyd; Adds Bridges

• Connoisseur Media announced a pair of leadership promotions and a major programming appointment designed to strengthen operations and growth

Beasley Migrates Podcasts To ART19
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Beasley Migrates Podcasts To ART19

September 4, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Beasley Migrates Podcasts To ART19
SourceAudio Mind-Melds With Reelworld
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SourceAudio Mind-Melds With Reelworld

September 3, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on SourceAudio Mind-Melds With Reelworld
House Of Music With Solid Foundation
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House Of Music With Solid Foundation

August 28, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on House Of Music With Solid Foundation
WOW! Smith & Landry ‘Best of Connecticut’ Again
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WOW! Smith & Landry ‘Best of Connecticut’ Again

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Meet Your ’25 CMA Broadcast Award Finalists!
AWARDS CONCERTS COUNTRY FRONT PAGE MILESTONES MORNING SHOWS PROGRAMMING STREAMING SYNDICATION TELEVISION 

Meet Your ’25 CMA Broadcast Award Finalists!

September 8, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Meet Your ’25 CMA Broadcast Award Finalists!

The Country Music Association (CMA) has released the list of finalists for the 2025 Broadcast Awards for both Personality and

Connoisseur Ups Oliviera & Boyd; Adds Bridges
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Connoisseur Ups Oliviera & Boyd; Adds Bridges

September 8, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Connoisseur Ups Oliviera & Boyd; Adds Bridges
The [Woodward] Programming Dept.
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The [Woodward] Programming Dept.

September 8, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on The [Woodward] Programming Dept.

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Int’l Executive Action: Virgin Music Group
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Int’l Executive Action: Virgin Music Group

September 5, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Int’l Executive Action: Virgin Music Group
ACM Adds Burchett, Goudreau & Capps
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ACM Adds Burchett, Goudreau & Capps

September 5, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on ACM Adds Burchett, Goudreau & Capps
BMLG Enhances Its lnternational Team
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BMLG Enhances Its lnternational Team

September 4, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on BMLG Enhances Its lnternational Team
Early Bird Catches A Deal At CRS ’26
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Early Bird Catches A Deal At CRS ’26

September 3, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Early Bird Catches A Deal At CRS ’26
Hands Across The Water At Warner Music Group
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Hands Across The Water At Warner Music Group

September 3, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Hands Across The Water At Warner Music Group
No Higher Honor In Higher Education
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No Higher Honor In Higher Education

August 26, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on No Higher Honor In Higher Education

PROGRAMMING

Meet Your ’25 CMA Broadcast Award Finalists!
AWARDS CONCERTS COUNTRY FRONT PAGE MILESTONES MORNING SHOWS PROGRAMMING STREAMING SYNDICATION TELEVISION 

Meet Your ’25 CMA Broadcast Award Finalists!

September 8, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Meet Your ’25 CMA Broadcast Award Finalists!
Connoisseur Ups Oliviera & Boyd; Adds Bridges
AC BRANDING/MARKETING COUNTRY DIGITAL EXECUTIVE ACTION FRONT PAGE PROGRAMMING PROS IN MOTION 

Connoisseur Ups Oliviera & Boyd; Adds Bridges

September 8, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Connoisseur Ups Oliviera & Boyd; Adds Bridges
The [Woodward] Programming Dept.
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The [Woodward] Programming Dept.

September 8, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on The [Woodward] Programming Dept.
Howard’s Back… But For How Long?
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Howard’s Back… But For How Long?

September 8, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Howard’s Back… But For How Long?
Reality Spurs Reinvention For Public Radio
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Reality Spurs Reinvention For Public Radio

September 7, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Reality Spurs Reinvention For Public Radio
Buffalo’s ‘Patriot’ Stretches Its Legs
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Buffalo’s ‘Patriot’ Stretches Its Legs

September 7, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Buffalo’s ‘Patriot’ Stretches Its Legs

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