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BridgeRatings: Dave Van Dyke Before Twitter threads, TikTok dances, or Instagram stories, there was the crackling warmth of morning radio. For decades, drive-time shows have been the heartbeat of the commute, drawing millions not just for music, but for laughter, debate, and that essential sense of community. In many ways, radio’s golden hours—the mornings before work—were the first version of “going live” together. Think about it: an onair talent opening […]

By Victoria: It had nothing to do with going viral. Or follower count. Or even landing clients. This is what actually happened: I got clear: Posting forced me to sit with my ideas and sharpen them. I saw what landed. I let go of what didn’t. I doubled down on what felt true. And over time, I got clearer. Not just on my message, but on myself. What I wanted. What I believed. What was holding me […]

Dr. William “Bill” A. Gay, affectionately known as “The Love Doctor,” has been a transformative figure in American broadcasting since the early 1970s. With a dynamic career that spans over five decades, Dr. Gay’s voice, vision, and technical brilliance have shaped the landscape of Black radio, from the Mid-Atlantic to the Deep South. His career began in 1971 in Baltimore and Gaithersburg, Maryland, and Washington, D.C., where he first sharpened […]

Jay-Z could have new music on the way, according to friend and collaborator, Memphis Bleek. The rap mogul hasn’t released a record since 2017’s 4:44, but Bleek – who was one of the first artists signed to his label Roc-A-Fella, as a “protégé” of Jay-Z – has suggested new material might be on the cards after his recent encounter with the 99 Problems hitmaker. Appearing on Drink Champs, he said: “I just […]

Eastlan Ratings announced it will expand into five additional markets this fall, marking a period of record growth for the company. The new markets include Bryan-College Station, TX; Burlington, VT; Montpelier-Barre, VT; Myrtle Beach, SC; and Savannah, GA. The latest expansion comes after Eastlan added 10 new markets over the past year. Among the broadcasters making the switch to Eastlan are Dick Broadcasting, Hall Communications, Morgan Murphy Media, and Vox […]

Triton Digital has unveiled a major update to its U.S. Podcast Ranker, introducing a new suite of audience intelligence tools designed to help advertisers and agencies better target their ideal podcast audiences. The enhancements include a Top 200 Podcasts list ranked by unique listeners aged 18 plus. It also includes rankings of top podcasts for reaching specific high-value segments, such as income level, behaviors, and purchase intent along with detailed […]

Alicia Keys is celebrating the 20th anniversary of her landmark 2005 MTV performance with a new vinyl release. The deluxe 2-LP black vinyl edition of Unplugged is set to arrive on October 3, 2025, through Sony Music’s Legacy Recordings and AK Worldwide. Recorded live on July 4, 2005, at the Brooklyn Academy of Music, Keys’ performance was a historic moment, becoming the highest debut for an MTV Unplugged album since […]

Offset has confirmed the final track on his new album is about the end of his marriage to Cardi B. The Migos rapper is currently gearing up for the release of his third solo album KIARI. The closing track is titled Move On, and Offset has explained how he felt compelled to record the song following his split from Cardi. “It’s about moving on, like, peacefully. That’s what the message is […]

Media Monitors, the leading commercial ad occurrence measurement firm, made two historic announcements that will dramatically improve the quality of AM/FM radio ad deliveries needed for Media Mix Modeling and attribution measurement. This week’s Cumulus Media | Westwood One Audio Active Group® blog features a piece from John Fix, formerly of P&G. It examines why this expansion is a breakthrough for AM/FM radio’s performance in Media Mix Modeling. Media Monitor’s […]