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The Potential Merger of iHeartMedia and Sirius XM and the Future of Radio

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As Boomers and Generation X fade from the media landscape, terrestrial radio may decline, yet audio content remains vital for local news and sports. A merger between iHeartMedia and Sirius XM could address competition against streaming giants. However, radio still plays a key role in artist discovery, which streaming hasn’t replicated. Continue reading The Potential Merger of iHeartMedia and Sirius XM and the Future of Radio

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Chilli’s Accidental Michelle Obama Post and Trump Donation Sparks Social Media Buzz

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Chilli of TLC woke up to unexpected headlines across social media platforms with TMZ bringing the story to a head with “I Didn’t Mean To Repost Michelle Obama Conspiracy!!!” video post. – a situation she quickly clarified was an accidental … Continue reading Chilli’s Accidental Michelle Obama Post and Trump Donation Sparks Social Media Buzz

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Music Producer Carvin Haggins Calls Urban Radio ‘Ratchet’

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Every song that is played on the radio is considered clean enough for radio airplay according to FCC standards and the Program Director of that paticular station. For instance when a station plays a radio edit version of YG’s My Hitta, then it’s determined to be safe for all ages. But every kid that hears it knows what the song is really saying. Why? Because they’ve already heard it on YouTube or it’s been shared on their phone through a tweet, a text, or somewhere else on social media. However 99% of the lyrics surrounding the hook are either hypers,exually … Continue reading Music Producer Carvin Haggins Calls Urban Radio ‘Ratchet’

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Power 99 FM Announces Peace on the Street Jam with Diggy Simmons

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POWER 99 FM ANNOUNCES PEACE ON THE STREET JAM FEATURING DIGGY SIMMONS, TINASHE AND TREVOR JACKSONWinners of the Power 99 FM Peace on the Street Scholarship to be Announced at Event Clear Channel Communities, the community engagement brand of Clear Channel Media and Entertainment, and Power 99 FM, Philadelphia’s Hip Hop and R&B radio station, continue the 11th annual Peace on the Street Jam, a series of three events that feature anti-violence activities designed to promote peace and provide communities with the necessary resources to prevent violence. The second Peace on the Street Jam will be held Wednesday, July 23rd … Continue reading Power 99 FM Announces Peace on the Street Jam with Diggy Simmons

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Power 99 Announces Big Sean Appearances at Peace on the Street Jams

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POWER 99 FM ANNOUNCES BIG SEAN WILL MAKE AN APPEARANCE AT THE  FIRST PEACE ON THE STREET JAMS AT THE GREAT PLAZA – PENNS LANDING IN PHILADELPHIA FEATURING ACE HOOD AND SEVYN STREETER Clear Channel Communities™, the community engagement brand of Clear Channel Media and Entertainment, and Power 99 FM WUSL, Philadelphia’s top-rated radio station, announced this morning that Def Jam recording artist Big Sean will make an appearance at the first of three Peace on the Street Jams, a series of events that provide communities with resources to prevent violence and increase peace. The first of the 2013 summer … Continue reading Power 99 Announces Big Sean Appearances at Peace on the Street Jams

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>Trae Tha Truth Files Lawsuit Against Radio One and Local Station 97.9 The Box

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>Houston area rapper Trae decided to file the lawsuit after the radio station allegedly banned his music from being heard on the only local hip hop station in the city. HOUSTON /PRNewswire Houston rapper “Trae Tha Truth” (nee Frasier Thompson) will be holding a press conference at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, May 5, 2010 at the Harris County Civil Courthouse, 201 Caroline, Houston, Texas, to announce the filing of a lawsuit in the 189th District Court of Harris County Texas against Radio One Inc., which owns and operates Houston radio Station 97.9 KBXX, The Box.The civil case alleges a consistent … Continue reading >Trae Tha Truth Files Lawsuit Against Radio One and Local Station 97.9 The Box

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The Soul is Gone from Soul 73 KKDA Dallas

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Bobby Patterson formerly of Soul 73 AM KKDA (Peter Calvin) KKDA Lays Off Bobby Patterson, Most Of Its On-Air Staff by ERIC GRUBBSDallasObserver.com- In my ten years of working in radio, I had many conversations with people who were unceremoniously let go. Formats flip, contracts aren’t renewed, or a big company gobbles up a small company and puts the long-timers out to pasture. Not really any different from layoffs in most fields, but in radio, it’s like the cops showing up and shutting down a party. From a lot of those long-timers, I heard plenty of “I don’t know what to … Continue reading The Soul is Gone from Soul 73 KKDA Dallas

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Lil’ Wayne pulls Young Money and Nicki Minaj from Hot 97 Summer Jam 2012

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Young Money CEO Lil Wayne pulled his artists off of New York City’s Summer Jam Concert as a result of comments made by Hot 97’s morning personality Peter Rosenberg on stage. Here’s the diss- Rosenberg was quoted as saying, “where is all my real Hip-Hop fans, not that starships…” He also reportedly called Nicki Minaj “wack.” (“Starship” is a recently released track from Nicki Minaj with a decidedly pop Top 40 feel to it.) Moments later Lil’ Wayne Tweeted, “Young Money ain’t doing summer jam.” Young money artist Tyga performed shortly after the tweet was sent, but it was confirmed that … Continue reading Lil’ Wayne pulls Young Money and Nicki Minaj from Hot 97 Summer Jam 2012

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Nnete Inyangumia Exits 97.9 The Box to Join Sirius XM’s Foxxhole Radio

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Radio One’s Houston Rhythmic station 97.9 The Box (KBXX) has released Nnete Inyangumia from her co-hosting duties as part of the Madd Hatta Morning Show. The popular radio personality seals a deal that lands her in Los Angeles alongside Sol-Caritas mega artist and label-mate, Billy Sorrells HOUSTON, TX— Popular radio personality and noted entertainment correspondent Nnete has joined the Foxxhole team where she will produce and co-host Billy Sorrells’ “Skits and Bits” radio show on Sirius XM©. Nnete’s legions of fans have flooded the internet and the air-waves expressing disappointment that the beloved radio diva is leaving Houston. She says … Continue reading Nnete Inyangumia Exits 97.9 The Box to Join Sirius XM’s Foxxhole Radio