Radio Programming - New Shows - Format Changes - Hires - Fires
Radio is a very fluid business. There are always new shows being created and offered, format changes, hirings, and especially firings. These are stories that reflect these programming changes.
The Top 10 Music Topics Played on Radio in 2008
GreenBookofSongs.com has done an analysis of what song topics dominated the top radio formats during the past year. Nearly 500 different subjects were identified in the study but even so, there was a lot of love, money, and death. Read more.
GreenBookofSongs.com has done an analysis of what song topics dominated the top radio formats during the past year. Nearly 500 different subjects were identified in the study but even so, there was a lot of love, money, and death. Read more.
Where Art Thou O Jazz Radio?
A site visitor to Radio.about.com wants to know why there are so few commercial jazz radio stations. He's afraid programmers won't go out on a limb. He's partially right - but it's not the programmers afraid to venture out. Read more.
A site visitor to Radio.about.com wants to know why there are so few commercial jazz radio stations. He's afraid programmers won't go out on a limb. He's partially right - but it's not the programmers afraid to venture out. Read more.
The Radio Borg Assimilates New Technologies: "Resistance is Futile"
Remember the "Borg" from [i]Star Trek[/i]? A race of cyborgs who assimilated all other races it encountered? Radio is becoming a Borg, of sorts. Each time a new "atom of technology" attaches, Radio finds itself evolving into a "new audio molecule". Read more plus an interview with Eric Rhoads, publisher of [i]Radio Ink[/i], host for the upcoming "Convergence 08" conference for radio broadcasters.
Remember the "Borg" from [i]Star Trek[/i]? A race of cyborgs who assimilated all other races it encountered? Radio is becoming a Borg, of sorts. Each time a new "atom of technology" attaches, Radio finds itself evolving into a "new audio molecule". Read more plus an interview with Eric Rhoads, publisher of [i]Radio Ink[/i], host for the upcoming "Convergence 08" conference for radio broadcasters.
Standing Up to the Typical "Glob" of Radio Programming
When you turn on your radio, whatever is there at the moment just spills out into your ears and continues to pur out until you turn it off. At least, that's how I think a lot of listeners think of "radio programming". Well, if you look at Radio under my microscope, you'll find there are smaller objects just waiting to be found. Read more.
When you turn on your radio, whatever is there at the moment just spills out into your ears and continues to pur out until you turn it off. At least, that's how I think a lot of listeners think of "radio programming". Well, if you look at Radio under my microscope, you'll find there are smaller objects just waiting to be found. Read more.
CBS Evening News With Katie Couric to be Available on Local Radio and Online
When Katie Couric debuts as the anchor of the CBS Evening News, he newly revamped program will also be available on local CBS Radio affiliates and online via listen links. Plus, Couric will be providing new audio Podcasts featuring additional news features. Read more, get links.
When Katie Couric debuts as the anchor of the CBS Evening News, he newly revamped program will also be available on local CBS Radio affiliates and online via listen links. Plus, Couric will be providing new audio Podcasts featuring additional news features. Read more, get links.
New Survey: 74% of AM and FM Listeners Satisfied With Listening Experience
Contrary to the myth that radio listeners are a uniformly disgruntled bunch, 74% of all terrestrial radio listeners are satisfied with what they hear on the radio, according to a new nationwide survey from audio strategy firm hear 2.0. 34-44 year old listeners are the most satisfied and 25-34 year olds were least satisfied with AM and FM. See more results.
Contrary to the myth that radio listeners are a uniformly disgruntled bunch, 74% of all terrestrial radio listeners are satisfied with what they hear on the radio, according to a new nationwide survey from audio strategy firm hear 2.0. 34-44 year old listeners are the most satisfied and 25-34 year olds were least satisfied with AM and FM. See more results.
Find Baseball Audio On Local Stations, Online, On Satellite, and in Podcasts
Looking to hear your favorite baseball team but you don't know where to begin? Whether you live in the city it plays or have been transplanted thousands of miles away from the team you love, there are many options for getting your fix of the Great American Past Time.
Looking to hear your favorite baseball team but you don't know where to begin? Whether you live in the city it plays or have been transplanted thousands of miles away from the team you love, there are many options for getting your fix of the Great American Past Time.
28 Markets Will Soon Rollout HD2 Radio Featuring Over 250 Channels
The HD Digital Radio Alliance, a joint initiative of leading radio broadcasters to accelerate the rollout of HD digital radio, today announced the initial 28 markets that will begin broadcasting HD2 multicast programming - the first are expected within a few days.
The HD Digital Radio Alliance, a joint initiative of leading radio broadcasters to accelerate the rollout of HD digital radio, today announced the initial 28 markets that will begin broadcasting HD2 multicast programming - the first are expected within a few days.
Stern's Radio Replacements: David Lee Roth, Adam Corolla, "Rover", and "FREE FM"
Who's going to take over when Howard Stern moves on the Satellite Radio? It's no job for one man - that's why several personalities have been tapped. Read more.
Who's going to take over when Howard Stern moves on the Satellite Radio? It's no job for one man - that's why several personalities have been tapped. Read more.
Milwaukee's "Lazer 103" Has Been Replaced by "102.9 The Hog"
WLZR-FM (Lazer 103) in Milwaukee went dark this morning and in its place emerged "102.9 The Hog". The new website says, "We’re on a mission. We’re out to change rock radio in Milwaukee for the better..." Read more...
WLZR-FM (Lazer 103) in Milwaukee went dark this morning and in its place emerged "102.9 The Hog". The new website says, "We’re on a mission. We’re out to change rock radio in Milwaukee for the better..." Read more...
American Idol's Randy Jackson Gets Weekly Radio Countdown Show
Westwood One has announced the debut of the new three-hour weekly music program, "Randy Jackson's Hit List", hosted by American Idol judge, producer, and musician Randy Jackson. The program will debut in September of 2005 on radio stations nationwide. Full Story
Westwood One has announced the debut of the new three-hour weekly music program, "Randy Jackson's Hit List", hosted by American Idol judge, producer, and musician Randy Jackson. The program will debut in September of 2005 on radio stations nationwide. Full Story
Beer Radio To Be Syndicated Nationwide
Jones Radio Networks has announced it will syndicate "Beer Radio", a live weekend show dedicated to the 90 million beer lovers nationwide. Read more.
Jones Radio Networks has announced it will syndicate "Beer Radio", a live weekend show dedicated to the 90 million beer lovers nationwide. Read more.
Todd Pettengill To Host New Syndicated Show: "Saturday Night At The 80
ABC Radio Networks has announced the debut of “Saturday Night At The 80s,” a new weekly program featuring hits from the decade that gave the world Flashdance, Men At Work and MTV. Hosted by WPLJ’s Todd Pettengill and originating from New York, “Saturday Night at the 80s” will be carried on stations from coast to coast. Read more.
ABC Radio Networks has announced the debut of “Saturday Night At The 80s,” a new weekly program featuring hits from the decade that gave the world Flashdance, Men At Work and MTV. Hosted by WPLJ’s Todd Pettengill and originating from New York, “Saturday Night at the 80s” will be carried on stations from coast to coast. Read more.
Former Monkee Joins WCBS-FM for Mornings
Micky Dolenz has been named the new morning show host for Infinity Broadcasting's WCBS-FM, 101.1. Dolenz will debut on CBS-FM on Monday, January 10, 2005 as host of the 6:00-10:00AM show Monday-Friday. Full Story.
Micky Dolenz has been named the new morning show host for Infinity Broadcasting's WCBS-FM, 101.1. Dolenz will debut on CBS-FM on Monday, January 10, 2005 as host of the 6:00-10:00AM show Monday-Friday. Full Story.
Why Music Radio Is Losing Relevancy With Listeners
Tom Barnes from Mediathink thinks he knows why music Radio stations are losing their relevancy, especially with the younger audience. Blame it on file-sharing, streaming and Satellite Radio. Will music Radio survive?
Tom Barnes from Mediathink thinks he knows why music Radio stations are losing their relevancy, especially with the younger audience. Blame it on file-sharing, streaming and Satellite Radio. Will music Radio survive?
More WNEW Fallout, Local Internet Radio and A Paranormal Stream
Catching you up on various items: more email and feedback on WNEW-FM, Opie & Anthony, UFO Radio and more.
Catching you up on various items: more email and feedback on WNEW-FM, Opie & Anthony, UFO Radio and more.
Let Radio Help Teach You About Diabetes
November is National Diabetes Month and whether you are a diabetic or you know someone who might be, you can find out about symptoms, new treatments and more through web-based radio programs on the Internet hosted by health professionals!
November is National Diabetes Month and whether you are a diabetic or you know someone who might be, you can find out about symptoms, new treatments and more through web-based radio programs on the Internet hosted by health professionals!
Mega 97.9 Morning Radio Crew Takes HIV Test On-Air
The crew on New York's Mega 97.9 FM/WSKQ's "El Vacilon de la Mańana" took HIV tests on-the-air today in recognition of National Latino AIDS Awareness Day. Read More.
The crew on New York's Mega 97.9 FM/WSKQ's "El Vacilon de la Mańana" took HIV tests on-the-air today in recognition of National Latino AIDS Awareness Day. Read More.
Blink Banks On Big Bucks Beginning
WNEW-FM, New York has dumped its talk format for a new one that is aimed at women, 25-44. The new station name is Blink 102.7 and it will feature entertainment, gossip and music. Will it work?
WNEW-FM, New York has dumped its talk format for a new one that is aimed at women, 25-44. The new station name is Blink 102.7 and it will feature entertainment, gossip and music. Will it work?
All Comedy Radio Ready To Launch With Affiliates
All Comedy Radio, the Hollywood-based comedy network is set to debut on several Radio stations this Labor Day weekend. Here's more about it and where you can find it.
All Comedy Radio, the Hollywood-based comedy network is set to debut on several Radio stations this Labor Day weekend. Here's more about it and where you can find it.
All Comedy Radio To Launch
The new 'All Comedy Radio' network plans to launch in July, offering its programming to AM and FM station affiliates. Are you ready for a 'morning show' all day long?
The new 'All Comedy Radio' network plans to launch in July, offering its programming to AM and FM station affiliates. Are you ready for a 'morning show' all day long?